1)     Use of DNA-based biotechnologies in beef cattle production

See website http://animalscience.ucdavis.edu/animalbiotech/Biotechnology/MAS/index.htm

1. Use of marker-assisted selection

2. Use of DNA for parentage testing and the development of within-herd EPDs

3. Verification of commercial markers for beef cattle:
   See website http://www.nbcec.org/nbcec/

2)     Animal identification  

1. Use of single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) for animal identification 

2. Electronic identification
   See website http://animalscience.ucdavis.edu/animalID/

3)     Uses of genetic engineering and other biotechnologies in California agriculture

1. Overview of genetic engineering in California agriculture

2. Coexistence of genetically engineered crops in California agricultural systems

3. Issues associated with the development and use of genetically engineered animals.

4. Development of approaches for the biological containment of genetically engineered fish

5. Issues associated with the development and use of cloned animals. See website http://animalscience.ucdavis.edu/animalbiotech/Biotechnology/Cloning/index.htm