Foreword

It is my honor and pleasure to present the open access Bhutan Journal of Animal Science (BJAS), Volume 8, Issue 1 published online in June 2024. This publication epitomizes a collection of pioneering studies, each a testament to the relentless pursuit of knowledge and the unyielding curiosity that drives the scientific community. In an era where the boundaries of our understanding are constantly being pushed, the role of research has never been more critical. The 13 scientific papers featured in this edition are a variety of articles ranging from full-length research studies to concise technical communications. These contributions cover an array of topics including dairy, poultry, piggery, fishery, animal health and nutrition aimed at tackling the issues and challenges impeding livestock development focusing on improving national food and nutrition security.

As you navigate through these pages, you will encounter rich ideas and findings, meticulously crafted and rigorously peer-reviewed. Each paper reflects countless hours of experimentation, and analysis, representing the collective efforts of dedicated researchers from various agencies under the livestock sector.

I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to the authors, reviewers, and editors who have contributed to this edition. Their expertise, diligence, and passion for their respective fields are evident on every page. The Department would like to acknowledge the unwavering support of our readers whose enthusiasm for cutting-edge research fuels our mission to disseminate knowledge and foster intellectual growth.

I would like to congratulate the Program Director and his team at the National Livestock Research Centre (NLRC), Bumthang, Editor-in-Chief of BJAS and all the associate editors for walking the extra mile to produce this publication on time.

Thank you for joining us in celebrating the achievements of our dedicated researchers in the pursuit of greater knowledge. I am excited to share their discoveries with you and look forward to the impact their findings will have on the development of the livestock sector in the country.

 

Tashi Delek and Happy Reading!

 

(Dr. Tashi Yangzome Dorji)

Director (Advisor to BJAS)