Compêndio: produção acadêmica Zootecnia CCA/UESPI/2023 : Trabalhos de Conclusão de Curso de Bacharelado em Zootecnia produzidos na modalidade artigo científico

Abstract

This compendium brings together a selection of Final Course Papers from the Animal Science course at the State University of Piauí (UESPI), highlighting the commitment to the valorization of native breeds, sustainability and animal production adapted to local conditions. Among the studies, the evaluation of the performance of Curraleiro Pé-Duro cattle during the breeding phase in the Cocais region stands out, in addition to a genetic survey of the segregation of the beta casein gene loci in this same breed, contributing to the genetic and productive knowledge of breeds adapted to the semiarid region. In poultry farming, the studies explored both the phenotypic characterization of eggs from the Canela-Preta breed, as well as the incubability, embryodiagnosis and quality of chicks at birth of this Brazilian free-range chicken, reinforcing its importance as a regional genetic heritage. Other studies addressed the supplementation of goats during suckling on native pasture, with a focus on sustainable practices in goat farming, and the fermentation of Andropogon grass silage with the addition of concentrates, seeking viable alternatives for animal feed. Finally, a survey of the melissofauna of the Poeta Torquato Neto Campus expanded the understanding of local biodiversity and its role in the sustainability of production systems. The works reflect the course's commitment to the technical and scientific training of its students, aligned with local demands and the valorization of Brazilian zoogenetic resources. They were defended in the 2023.1 period.