Approaches to modify Reproductive Seasonality in Goats

Almost all species at the time of origin were seasonal breeders for assurance of feed to their young ones for better survival. But as domestication started this phenomenon is no more applicable for most of the species. Goats of the temperate regions are still seasonal breeders. Period of sexual quiescence can be minimized by different strategies like hormonal, male effect, etc. to get progeny throughout the year.
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