1.1-IntrotoAnimalScienceIndustry

Chronic Persistent Hunger (CPH)

A condition characterized by long-term lack of adequate food due to poverty, climate change, and other factors.

Famine

A short period of severe food shortage caused by catastrophic events.

Food Insecurity

A state where individuals lack reliable access to sufficient quantities of affordable, nutritious food.

Nutritional Importance of Animal Products

Animal products provide essential nutrients including amino acids and vitamin B12.

Ag Mechanization

The use of tractors and machines, which increased production efficiency and reduced costs in agriculture.

Global Livestock Populations Contribution (US)

The US contributes to 7% of the world's cattle, 7% of pigs, and 9% of chickens.

Livestock Uses

Includes draft power, food production, companionship, and human health research.

Companion Animals

Pets that provide emotional support, companionship, and have significant economic importance in households.

Animal Products from Cattle

Cattle provide meat, milk, leather, and other by-products like gelatin.

Products from Sheep

Sheep provide wool, milk, meat, and various by-products including lanolin and leather.

Feeding the Projected Global Population in 2050

There is an anticipated need for 60 to 70% more food production to support a population of 9.7 billion.

Manure

Animal waste used as fertilizer and for other agricultural purposes.

Amino Acids

Essential building blocks of proteins that are important for human nutrition.

Vitamin B12

A nutrient found in animal products that is essential for nerve function and the production of DNA and red blood cells.

U.S. Livestock Industry Revenue

The pet industry was worth $147 billion in 2023, highlighting the economic significance of companion animals.