Sheep Morphological trait indices and body score as welfare indicator

Dr. (Mrs.) Olaniyi Taiwo an early career scientist from Nigeria holds a PhD in Ruminant Production a member of National Institute of Animal Science (NIAS). She as numerous publications in animal welfare and ruminant production and authored and co-authored scientific publications in different reputable journals. She is currently a lecturer at Federal College of Animal Health and Production Technology Ibadan. Dr Popoola Moshood is an ABCF Fellow; a lecturer at Federal College of Animal Health and Production Technology Ibadan. Over several years he has gained research experience in the area of Genetics and Animal Breeding. Ever since the completion of his PhD programme he has maintained links with several agencies and a regular visiting scientist at International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI Kenya). Dr Olaniyi Olagoke is a lecturer at Center for Degree Programmes (CEDEP) Federal College of Education Abeokuta in affiliation with University of Ibadan; is a member of National Institute of Animal Science (NIAS) and has authored and co-authored several scientific publications and a consultant for several farms on livestock production for sustainable development.