Cattle Temperament and Stress-Responsiveness in Relation to Productivity, Efficiency and Beef Quality

Abstract

This thesis reports the results from two experiments studying aspects of temperament, productivity, beef quality and stress physiology in cattle, and their relationships with other production factors. Chapter 1 provides an introduction to the field of study covered by the thesis. Chapters 2 to 6 are presented as peer reviewed publications from the experimental work conducted. Chapter 7 presents a combined discussion and conclusions from the experimental work. A list of references appears as a part of each experimental chapter, and a consolidated reference list is provided at the end of the thesis (Chapter 8).