ANSC 1001 Chapter 1-2: ANSCI Textbook Notes Chapter 1&2
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Animals reproducing within the management decisions of humans mutually beneficial. Animals get: protection from predators and constant supply of nutrients. Domesticated animals have a far better survival rate than wild animals. Most popular to least popular domesticated animals: chickens, cattle, sheep, ducks, Per-captia calorie and protein supply- the supply of calories and protein on a per person basis specific to a region or population. Most countries with only a small percentage of their population involved in agriculture have higher standards of living and a higher per-captia consumption of animal products. Agriculture mechanization has led to more food production and has allowed people to pursue professions in areas other than agriculture. 50% of people in developing nations are engaged in agriculture, while only 7% of people in developed nations are active in the agriculture sector. Increased per-captia income associated with an abundance of animal products has resulted in reduced relative costs of many animal products.
