Potentials of Embryo Transfer and the Related Technologies in the Future of Animal Breeding and Production in Our Country (Tanzania)

Abstract

Over the world, a great deal of research is being conducted with an objective of intensifying the productive efficiency of animals, as a prelude to increasing the availability of food. One of the techniques which are certainly ready to be applied in developing countries like ours is the embryo transfer, which has a significant impact on genetic improvement and facilities for a speedy international exchange of a full genetic material. Other relevant aspect is the need for correct control of embryo transfer, as the base in understanding more advanced technologies such as cloning, embryo sexing and splitting; production of chimeric and transgenic animals, and laboratory production of embryos by in vitro matured, fertilized and cultured embryos. This paper summarizes some basic aspects of the current application of embryo transfer and the related technologies that are capable of intensifying animal reproductive capacity and in thus their possibilities of adoption in a developing country like Tanzania