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Resumé (Curriculum Vitae)
DR MUHAMMAD YAQOOB
Name Dr. Muhammad Yaqoob
Date of Birth 21-09-1960
Nationality/Domicile PAKISTANI/JHANG
Corresponding Address Deptt. Livestock Management & Production, Arid Agriculture
University, Rawalpindi, Pakistan .
E mail uaflm@yahoo.com
Mobile +923336585284
Academic Profile:
Ph.D.(1995-2000)
Subject: Animal Production
Institution: Department of Agriculture, University of Newcastleupon Tyne (UK.)
Research title: Comparison of three terminal sire breeds for lamb production under
upland grassland conditions in the North-East of England
Post-doc
Nova Scotia Agriculture, College Canada
Research title: Forage biomass yield and performance of dairy cattle, grazing on a
pastures with intelligent irrigation system
M.Sc.(Hons.)
(1986-1988)
Subject: Livestock Management
Institution: University of Agriculture, Faisalabad (Pakistan)
Research title: Effect of silage feeding on the production performance of buffalo
under field conditions.
Marks Obtained: 632 / 840 (75.23 %)
CGPA 3.62/4.00
B.Sc.(Hons.) (1981-1985)
Subject: Animal Husbandry
Institution: University of Agriculture, Faisalabad (Pakistan)
Marks Obtained: 2617 / 3960 (66%)
CGPA: 3.04/4.00
F.Sc. (1978-1981)
Institution: University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan
Marks Obtained 974 / 1625 (59.99%)
Matric (1975-1976)
Institution: Govt. Comprehensive High School, Satellite Town (Jhnag)
Marks Obtained: ( 668 / 900 ) / ( 74%)
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Experience
Lecturer Deptt. Livestock Management, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, 1986 to
2000.
Assistant Professor Deptt. Livestock Management, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, 2000 to
2006
Research Scholar University of Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
Associate Professor Deptt. Livestock Management, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, 2006 to
date
Postdoctoral-Research
Scholar
Nova Scotia Agriculture, College Canada
Chairman Deptt. Livestock Management, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad
Distinctions/ Awards:
1. I was awarded Merit Scholarship during 1st
year of B.Sc. (Hons.) A.H.(1985)
2. I was awarded Scholarship by Educational Society (Lahore) for M.Sc.(Hons) Livestock Management
3. I was awarded Central Overseas Training Award (1995-1999) by Ministry of Education Government of
Pakistan for higher studies in the University of Newcastle upon Tyne, U.K.
Computer Skills:
I can operate most of the software e.g. MS Word, Genstat, SPSS and Minitab. I am well versed in MS-Word, MS-
Excel, MS-PowerPoint, I worked on the University of Newcastle upon Tyne, computer Network (1995-2000).
Certificates/ Diplomas:
1. Attended Staff Development Course held at University of Agriculture Faisalabad sponsored by National
Academy of Higher Education, The Department of Learning Innovation, Higher Education Commision
(HEC) Islamabad, 2005
2. Attended a Short Course on Livestock Ecology, Sustainable Land Use and Livestock Systems held at the
University of Agriculture, Faisalabad In Collaboration with Humboldt Universitat Zu Berlin, Germany.EU
Asia Link Project, 2004
3. Attended Research Orientation Program on Research Methodology and Analytical Techniques held at
University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, 2004.
4. Attend a short course on The Methods of Impact assessment in Field studies arranged by Dept. of
Livestock Management, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad & School of Agriculture Food and Rural
Development, University of Newcastle upon Tyne, UK, 2004
5. Diploma in Arabic language, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, 1985
6. Horse Riding Course, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, 1987
7. Islamic Corresponding Course, International Islamic University Islamabad, 1988
Memberships Of Scientific and Professional Societies:
1 Member Pakistan Association for the Advancement of Science
2 Member Pakistan Veterinary Medical Association
3 Member Pakistan Animal Husbandry Association
Member Expert Pakistan Pakistani experts & professionals
Member ResearchGate:The scientific network online
Member National core group in life Sciences
Member Int. Society for Food, Agriculture and Evironment
Member World Academy of Science, Engineering & Technology
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Subject Editor Animal Science Journal ISS 2220-9549
Associate Editor Journal of Bioinformatics and Sequence Analysis
Scientific Conferences Attended:
1. Winter Meetings: British Society of Animal Science (BSAS) Grand Hotel, Scarborough, U.K. (1996)
2. Winter Meetings: British Society of Animal Science (BSAS) Grand Hotel, Scarborough, U.K. (1997)
33rd
All Pak. Sci. Conf. held at Univ. Agric., Faisalabad, Pakistan. Dec. 25th
to 28th.
2002
3. Third International Congress- Pakistan Veterinary Medical Association November, 28-29, 1990,
Islamabad.
4. Seminar on world water day, March 22, 2004, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad
Publications:
A- List of Books Published
1. Husbandry and Health of horses (With chapter on donkey and mules)
2. Breeds of Livestock in Pakistan
3. Livestock Management Manual-1
4 Livestock Management Manual-11
5 Health and Husbandry of Dairy Animals
B Scientific Papers Published
Research Papers Published in the journals having impact factor: 15
Research Papers Published in the journals having impact factor 60
Abstract published 30
Projects
Title Role Funding Agency From To
Computer Assisted Identification of the Large
Ruminants
CO-PI
University of
Agriculture,
Faisalabad, Pakistan
Jul, 2009 Jun, 2011
Augumentation of Research Faccilities at the
Livestock Experiment station, University of
Agriculture
CO-PI
University of
Agriculture,
Faisalabad, Pakistan
Aug,
2003
May,
2004
Studies on some productive and reproductive
performance traits of goat breeds in and around
Proka.
PI
University of
Agriculture,
Faisalabad, Pakistan
Jun, 2001
May,
2002
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List of Publications (Dr. Muhammad Yaqoob)
1. Sibtain Ahmad & Muhammad Yaqoob & Muhammad Qamar Bilal & Ghulam Muhammad & Li-Guo Yang &
Muhammad Kasib Khan & Muhammad Tariq (2012) Risk factors associated with prevalence and major bacterial
causes of mastitis in dromedary camels (Camelus dromedarius) under different production systems Tropical
Animal Health and Production 44 (1)107-112
2. S. Ahmad, M. Yaqoob, N. Hashmi, S. Ahmad, M. A. Zaman and M. Tariq (2010). Economic Importance of
Camel: A Unique Alternative under Crisis. Pakistan Veterinary Journal 30(4):191-197.
3. M Yaqoob, B G Merrel, P Akhtar, H Nawaz, J I Sultan and M I Mustafa (2010). Comparison of Suffolk, Texel
and Charollais sired lambs for slaughter traits under upland grassland. Indian Journal of Animal Sciences 80 (8):
785-789
4. F. Shahzad, M. Yaqoob, M. Younas, U. Farooq, F. Sher, M. Asim, S. Qamar, M. Akbar and I. Irshad (2010).
Factors Affecting the Birth Weight of Cholistani Cattle Calves. Pakistan Veterinary Journal 30(4):247-248
5. S. Ahmad, M. Yaqoob, N. Hashmi, M. A. Zaman, and M. S. Amjad. 2009. Farmers Attitude towards
Interventions Regarding Buffalo Calf. Pakistan Veterinary Journal 29(3):125-128
6. Younas M, Yaqoob M, Ahmad T, Babar ME, Ali A, and Shahzad F. (2009). A study on the breeding practices of
water buffalo kept under various production systems in Punjab, Pakistan Pakistan Journal of Zoology 9:91-101
7. Ishaq K, Ullah N, Ahmad T and M Yaqoob (2009). Incidence of Reproductive disorders in cattle and buffaloes
around Islamabad and Rawalpindi. Pakistan Journal of Zoology 9:69-71
8. M. Yaqoob, F. Shahzad, M. Aslam, M. Younas and G. Bilal (2009). Production performance of Dera Din Panah
goat under desert range conditions in Pakistan. Tropical Animal Health and Production 41:1413-1419
9. H. Nawaz, M. Yaqoob, M. Sarwar, M. Abdullah, J. I. Sultan and B. B. Khn (2009). Effect of Feeding different
sources of supplemental fat on the performance of lactating Nili-Ravi buffaloes. Indian Journal of Animal
Sciences :79:188-192
10. Javed Iqbal Sultan, Inam-Ur-Rahim, Muhammad Yaqoob, M. I. Mustafa, Haq Nawaz And Pervez Akhtar (2009).
Nutritional evaluation of herbs as fodder source for ruminants. Pakistan Journal of Botany :41 :2777-2782
11. Javed Iqbal Sultan, Inam-Ur-Rahim, Haq Nawaz,Muhammad Yaqoob and Ijaz Javed (2008). Mineral
Composition, Palatability and Digestibility of Free Rangeland Grasses of Northern Grasslands of Pakistan.
Pakistan Journal of Botany :40:2059-2070
12. Haq Nawaz, Muhammad Shafiq, Muhammad Yqoob, Muhammad Yousaf and Fawwad Ahmad (2008). Effect of
Cholecalciferol on the performance and carcass characteristics of broiler chicks. Indian Veterinary Journal :
85:851-854
13. Javed Iqbal Sultan, Inam-Ur-Rahim, Muhammad Yaqoob, Haq Nawaz and Mansoor Hameed (2008). Nutritive
Value of Free Rangeland Grasses of Northern Grasslands of Pakistan. Pakistan Journal of Botany :40 :249-258
14. H Nawaz, M A Naseemh Nawaz, M A Naseem, M Yaqoob, F Ahmad and M Yousaf, M Yaqoob, (2008). Effect
of dry yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) on live performance and carcass characteristics of broiler chicks Indian
Journal of Animal Sciences 78(1):117-120
15. Inam-Ur-Rahim, Javed Iqbal Sultan, Muhammad Yaqoob,Haq Nawaz, Ijaz Javed and Mansoor Hameed (2008).
Mineral Profile, Palatability and Digestibility of Marginal Land Grasses of Trans-Himalayan Grasslands of
Pakistan Pakistan Journal of Botany 40:237-248
16. Javed Iqbal Sultan, Inam-Ur-Rahim, Haq Nawaz, Muhammad Yaqoob and Ijaz Javed (2008). Nutritional
Evaluation of Fodder Tree Leaves of Northern Grasslands of Pakistan. Pakistan Journal of Botany. 40:2503-2512
17. M Yaqoob, B G Merrel, P Akhtar, H Nawaz, J I Sultan and M I Mustafa. (2007). Effect of Feeding Supplemental
Tallow on the Performance of Lactating Nili-Ravi Buffaloes" Turkish Journal of Veterinary and Animal Sciences
31:389--398
18. Muhammad Yaqoob and Haq Nawaz (2007). Potential of Pakistani camel for dairy and other uses Animal
Science Journal 78:467-475
19. Haq Nawaz, Tariq Mushtaq and Muhammad Yaqoob (2006). Effect of Varying Levels of Energy and Protein on
Live Performance and Carcass Characteristics of Broiler Chicks. The Journal of Poultry Science 43 :388-393
20. K. Ishaq, M. Q. Bilal, M. Yaqoob, J. I. Sultan and M. Younas (2006). Effect of Superphosphate as Phosphorus
Supplement on Dry Matter Intake and Weight Gain of Sahiwal Calves. Pakistan Veterinary Journal 26:49-50
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21. K. Ishaq, M. Q. Bilal, M. Yaqoob and M. Younas. (2005). Effect of superphosphate supplementation on dry
matter, digestibility and blood serum in Sahiwal calves. Science International 17 :1-4
22. Aslam Khan M., M. Yaqoob, G. Ahtasham and A. Saeed (2005). Impact of professional factors on the working
efficiency of Agriculture extension field staff in Punjab Journal of Agriculture and Social Sciences 1:25-28
23. Bilal, M. Q., A. A. Mohamud, M. Younas, G. Muhammad, M. Yaqoob and K. Ishaque (2005). Effect of post
milking teat dipping and Staphylococcus aureus vaccination on quarter based severity of mastitis in Sahiwal
cows. Science International 17 :259-266
24. Sultan, J.I., M. Usman, and M. Yaqoob and M. Abdullah (2005). 11: Effect of legume substitution on NDF
digestion kinetic in Situ. Science International :17 pp:-
25. Yaqoob M., B.G Merrell and J. I. Sultan "Comparison of three terminal sire breeds for weaning weight of lambs
kept under upland grassland conditions in the north east of England." (2005) Pakistan Veterinary Journal :25 :17-
21
26. Yaqoob M.,M. Q. Bilal and M. Younas "Comparison of three terminal sire breeds for growth rate of lambs kept
under upland grassland conditions in the north east of England" (2005) International Journal of Agriculture and
Biology http://www.ijab.org :7 :410-413
27. Yaqoob, M., B.G. Merrel, and J.I. Sultan "Comparison of three terminal sire breeds for birth weight of lambs kept
under upland grassland conditions in the north east of England." (2004) Pakistan Veterinary Journal :24 :196-198
28. Baber, M. E., Z. Ahmad, A. Nadeem, and M. Yaqoob "Environmental factors affecting birth weight in Lohi
sheep" (2004) Pakistan Veterinary Journal :14 :5-8
29. Javaid A., J. I. Sultan, M. Abdullah and M. Yaqoob "Effect of replacement of C4 Plants with C3 plants IN
SACCO digestion Kinetics" (2004) Journal of animal and Plant Science :14 :91-94
30. Sultan, J.I., M. Usman, and M. Yaqoob "Associative action 1: Effect of legume substitution on DM digestion
kinetic in Situ." (2004) Science International 16 :135-138
31. Khan, Z.H., M. Yaqoob, and M. Younas. "Studies of some socio-economic factors affecting agro-grazing in
District Khanewal." (2004) The Journal of Animal and Plant Sciences :14 :48-51
32. Yaqoob, M., B.G. Merrel, and J.I. Sultan "Comparison of three terminal sire breeds for birth weight of lambs kept
under upland grassland conditions in the north east of England." (2004) Pakistan Veterinary Journal :24 :196-198
33. Sultan J.I., M. Usman, M. Yaqoob, and M. Abdullah "Comparative nutrient profile and digestion pattern of
leguminous and non-leguminous fodders." (2004) Pakistan Journal of Science :56 :75-79
34. Sultan, J.I. and M. Yaqoob "Effect of fertilizer and stage of maturity of Mott grass on digestion kinetics of fiber."
(2004) Pakistan Journal of Science 56 :74-76
35. Babar, M.E., Z. Ahmad, A. Nadeem, and M. Yaqoob "Environmental factors affecting weaning weight in Lohi
sheep." (2003) Pakistan Veterinary Journal :23 :177-180
36. Babar, M.E., Z. Ahmad, M. Yaqoob, and A. Ali "Environmental factors affecting greasy fleece yield in Lohi
sheep." (2003) The Journal of Animal and Plant Sciences :13 :149-152
37. Khan, M.A., M. Aslam, M.S. Siddique, and M. Yaqoob (2002). Physical and economic factors affecting the
working efficiency of agriculture extension field staff in Punjab. The Journal of Animal and Plant Sciences 12 :
47-50
38. Hyder, A., A.S. Lodhi, M. Yaqoob, and K.Z. Gondal (2002). Small ruminant production practices in upland
ranges of Balochistan." Pakistan Veterinary Journal 22:59-63
39. Farooq, M., J.I. Sultan, M. Yaqoob, M. Aslam, and M. Abdullah (2002). Effect of concentrate supplementation
and enthelmintics on the production performance of Thalli sheep under desert range conditions. The Journal of
Animal and Plant Sciences 12:78-81
40. Yaqoob, M., M. Younas, M. Ramzan, and M.E. Babar (2002). Measurement of physiological norms and work
efficiency in draft animals. Science International. 14:157-162
41. Yaqoob, M., M.E. Babar, H. Nawaz, and M.A. Mahmood (2001). Factors affecting calf mortality in buffaloes.
The Journal of Animal and Plant Sciences 11:7-10
42. Ahmad, Z., M. Yaqoob, and M. Younas. (2001). The Lohi Sheep: A Meat Breed of Pakistan." Pakistan Journal of
Agricultural Sciences 38:69-72
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43. Javed, M.M., N.A. Chaudhry, H. Nawaz, and M Yaqoob (1995). Chemical composition of broiler carcass as
influenced by different levels of protein and pesticide. Pakistan Veterinary Journal 15 :76-80
44. Rafiq, M., A.R. Abid, H. Nawaz, and M Yaqoob (1994). Effect of different types of dried animal excreta on the
digestibility of various nutrients of a composite sheep ration. Pakistan Veterinary Journal 14 :145-148
45. Faiz, M.A., M. Tufail, M. Yaqoob, M. Younas, F. Ahmad, and H. Nawaz (1994). Production traits of Beetal and
Nachi goats associated with birth weight, weaning weight and adult weight. Pakistan Veterinary Journal 14 :149-
154
46. Altaf ur Rehman, B., H. Nawaz, G. Ahmad, and M. Yaqoob. (1994). Effect of varying energy and protein levels
on the performance of Japanese quails. Pakistan Journal of Agricultural Sciences 31 :224-227
47. Mohiduddin. G., M. Yaqoob, H. Nawaz, and P. Akhtae (1994). Inheritance of Breeding and its relationship with
age at first calving and first lactation milk yield in Sahiwal cattle, Pakistan Veterinary Journal 4:238-241
48. Nawaz, H., M.Z. Alam, and M. Yaqoob (1994). Physical characteristics of eggs as influenced by varying protein
levels in layers ration. Pakistan Journal of Livestock Research 4:43-46
49. Akhtar, M.J., M. Yaqoob, A. Iqbal, M.I. Mustafa, M. Anwar, and G. Mohyuddin (1994). A study on
hematological picture of Sahiwal and crossbred calves as affected by different housing conditions. Sarhad Journal
of Agriculture 10:127-130
50. Naveed, Z. M. Ishaque, M. Yaqoob, H. Nawaz, and F. Ahmad (1994). Studies on Practices and potentials of
livestock grazing in District Vehari, Pakistan Journal of Livestock Research 4:72-76
51. Faiz, M.A., M. Tufail, M. Yaqoob, F. Ahmad, and M. Younas (1994). Comparative reproductive performance of
Beetal and Nachi goats. Pakistan Journal of Agricultural Sciences 31:102-107
52. Faiz, M.A., M. Tufail, H. Nawaz, M. Yaqoob, F. Ahmad, M. Younas "Factors affecting kid mortality in Beetal
and Nachi goats." (1993) Pakistan Veterinary Journal 13::23-25
53. Nawaz, H., G. Ali, M.A. Sial, M.Z. Alam, and M Yaqoob (1993). Performance of layers on diets adequate in
critical amino acids but low in protein contents. Pakistan Veterinary Journal 13:142-145
54. Mohy-ud-Din, G., R.A. Gill, Z. Ahmad, K.Z. Gondal, M. Yaqoob, F. Ahmad, and M.I. Mustafa. (1993). Survival
rate and culling pattern in Sahiwal cattle. Pakistan Veterinary Journal. 13:26-29
55. Khan. B. Bakht, M.Q. Bilal, S. H. Hanjra, A. R. barque, A. Iqbal, and M. yaqoob (1992). 1. Extent and preference
for animals slaughtered on EID-UL-AZHA. Pakistan Journal of Agricultural Sciences 29:18-22
56. Yaqoob, M., S.H. Hanjra, J.A. Bhatti, M.I. Mustafa, M.Q. Bilal, and G. Hur. (1991). Effects of silage feeding on
the production performance of buffaloes under field conditions." Pakistan Veterinary Journal :11:135-137
57. Khan, B.B., M.I. Mustafa, M. Abdullah, and M Yaqoob (1991). Chemical and Hygienic quality of milk supplied
to canteens of various Hospitals in Faisalabad City. Pakistan Journal of Agricultural Sciences. 28:404-407
58. Ayub, M., B.B. Khan, S.H. Hanjra, K. Z. Gondal, and M. Yaqoob. Faraz, A., M. Lateef, M. I. Mustafa, P. Akhtar,
M. Yaqoob and S. Rehman. 2013. Detection of adulteration, chemical composition and hygienic status of milk
supplied to various canteens of educational institutes and public places in Faisalabad. The Journal of Animal and
Plant Sciences, 23(1 Suppl.):119-124
59. A. Hussain, P. Akhtar, S. Ali, M. Younas, M. Yaqoob, M. E. Babar, K. Javed and A. Shakoor. 2013. Factors
influencing body weights at different ages in Thalli sheep, The Journal of Animal & Plant Sciences, 23(1):1-6
60. S. Ahmad, M. Yaqoob and A. Iqbal. 2012. Farmers' attitude towards interventions regarding camel calf health
care and management practices under pastoralists conditions. Proceedings of the 3rd Conference of the
International Society of Camelid Research and Developmentpp: Sultan Qaboos University, Muscat, Sultanat of
Oman, 29 January to 1 February 2012. Page. 158
61. P. Akhtar, U. Kalsoom, S. Ali, M. Yaqoob, K. Javed M. E. Babar, M. I. Mustafa and J. I. Sultan. 2012. Genetic
and phenotypic parameters for growth traits of Nili-Ravi buffalo heifers in Pakistan. The Journal of Animal and
Plant Sciences, 22(3 Suppl.): 347-352
62. H. Nawaz, M. Abdullah M. Yaqoob, M. E. Babar, M. A. Jabbar and M. Tariq. 2012. Metabolic effects of feeding
different sources of supplemental fat to lactating Nili-Ravi buffaloes. The Journal of Animal and Plant Sciences,
22(3 Suppl.): 288-295
63. H. Nawaz, M. Abdullah, M. Yaqoob, M. A. Jabbar, M. Sarwar and M. Younas. 2012. Metabolic effects of
feeding supplemental tallow to lactating Nili-Ravi buffalo The Journal of Animal and Plant Sciences, 22(3
Suppl.): 228-233 (1990). Cost of production of Buffalo and Cow milk and its utilization in and around
Mzzaffargarh city. Pakistan Journal of Agricultural Sciences 27:27-29
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Resumé (Curriculum Vitae)
DR MUHAMMAD YAQOOB
Name Dr. Muhammad Yaqoob
Date of Birth 21-09-1960
Nationality/Domicile PAKISTANI/JHANG
Corresponding Address Deptt. Livestock Management, University of Agriculture,
Faisalabad, Pakistan 38040
E mail uaflm@yahoo.com
Tel.Off.(Univ.Agri., Faisalabad): +92(41)9200161-69 Ext-3206 & 3209
Tel Home: +92(41)2610922
Mobile +923336585284
Academic Profile:
Ph.D.(1995-2000)
Subject: Animal Production
Institution: Department of Agriculture, University of Newcastleupon Tyne (UK.)
Research title: Comparison of three terminal sire breeds for lamb production under
upland grassland conditions in the North-East of England
Post-doc
Nova Scotia Agriculture, College Canada
Research title: Forage biomass yield and performance of dairy cattle, grazing on a
pastures with intelligent irrigation system
M.Sc.(Hons.)
(1986-1988)
Subject: Livestock Management
Institution: University of Agriculture, Faisalabad (Pakistan)
Research title: Effect of silage feeding on the production performance of buffalo
under field conditions.
Marks Obtained: 632 / 840 (75.23 %)
CGPA 3.62/4.00
B.Sc.(Hons.) (1981-1985)
Subject: Animal Husbandry
Institution: University of Agriculture, Faisalabad (Pakistan)
Marks Obtained: 2617 / 3960 (66%)
CGPA: 3.04/4.00
F.Sc. (1978-1981)
Institution: University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan
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Marks Obtained 974 / 1625 (59.99%)
Matric (1975-1976)
Institution: Govt. Comprehensive High School, Satellite Town (Jhnag)
Marks Obtained: ( 668 / 900 ) / ( 74%)
Experience
Lecturer Deptt. Livestock Management, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad,
1986 to 2000.
Assistant Professor Deptt. Livestock Management, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad,
2000 to 2006
Research Scholar University of Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
Associate Professor Deptt. Livestock Management, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad,
2006 to date
Postdoctoral Research
Scholar
Nova Scotia Agriculture, College Canada
Chairman Deptt. Livestock Management, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad
Distinctions/ Awards:
1. I was awarded Merit Scholarship during 1st
year of B.Sc. (Hons.) A.H.(1985)
2. I was awarded Scholarship by Educational Society (Lahore) for M.Sc.(Hons) Livestock
Management
3. I was awarded Central Overseas Training Award (1995-1999) by Ministry of Education
Government of Pakistan for higher studies in the University of Newcastle upon Tyne, U.K.
Computer Skills:
I can operate most of the software e.g. MS Word, Genstat, SPSS and Minitab. I am well versed in MS-
Word, MS-Excel, MS-PowerPoint, I worked on the University of Newcastle upon Tyne, computer
Network (1995-2000).
Certificates/ Diplomas:
1. Attended Staff Development Course held at University of Agriculture Faisalabad sponsored by
National Academy of Higher Education, The Department of Learning Innovation, Higher
Education Commision (HEC) Islamabad, 2005
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2. Attended a Short Course on Livestock Ecology, Sustainable Land Use and Livestock Systems held
at the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad In Collaboration with Humboldt Universitat Zu
Berlin, Germany.EU Asia Link Project, 2004
3. Attended Research Orientation Program on Research Methodology and Analytical Techniques
held at University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, 2004.
4. Attend a short course on The Methods of Impact assessment in Field studies arranged by Dept. of
Livestock Management, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad & School of Agriculture Food and
Rural Development, University of Newcastle upon Tyne, UK, 2004
5. Diploma in Arabic language, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, 1985
6. Horse Riding Course, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, 1987
7. Islamic Corresponding Course, International Islamic University Islamabad, 1988
Memberships Of Scientific and Professional Societies:
1 Member Pakistan Association for the Advancement of Science
2 Member Pakistan Veterinary Medical Association
3 Member Pakistan Animal Husbandry Association
Member Expert Pakistan Pakistani experts & professionals
Member ResearchGate:The scientific network online
Member National core group in life Sciences
Member Int. Society for Food, Agriculture and Evironment
Member World Academy of Science, Engineering & Technology
Subject Editor Animal Science Journal ISS 2220-9549
Associate Editor Journal of Bioinformatics and Sequence Analysis
Scientific Conferences Attended:
1. Winter Meetings: British Society of Animal Science (BSAS) Grand Hotel, Scarborough,
U.K. (1996)
2. Winter Meetings: British Society of Animal Science (BSAS) Grand Hotel, Scarborough,
U.K. (1997)
33rd
All Pak. Sci. Conf. held at Univ. Agric., Faisalabad, Pakistan. Dec. 25th
to 28th.
2002
3. Third International Congress- Pakistan Veterinary Medical Association November, 28-29,
1990, Islamabad.
4. Seminar on world water day, March 22, 2004, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad
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Publications:
A- List of Books Published
1. Husbandry and Health of horses (With chapter on donkey and mules)
2. Breeds of Livestock in Pakistan
3. Livestock Management Manual-1
4 Livestock Management Manual-11
5 Health and Husbandry of Dairy Animals
B Scientific Papers Published
Research Papers Published in the journals having impact factor: 15
Research Papers Published in the journals having impact factor 60
Abstract published 30
Referees:
1. Prof. Dr. Haq Nawaz Director Graduate Studies, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad,
Contact No. 03023444515 e.mail: dr_haq_nawaz@yahoo.com
2. Dr. Rao Zahid Abbas, Principal, University College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences,
The Islamia University Bahalpure, Mobile: 923006682811e-mail: raouaf@hotmail.com
3. Prof. Dr. Arfan Yousaf, Chairman, Department of Clinical Studies, Faculty of Veterinary
and Animal Sciences Pir Mehr Ali Shah Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi. E-
mail: arfanyousaf@uaar.edu.pk Phone: 03336504830
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List of Publications (Dr. Muhammad Yaqoob)
64. Sibtain Ahmad & Muhammad Yaqoob & Muhammad Qamar Bilal & Ghulam Muhammad & Li-Guo Yang &
Muhammad Kasib Khan & Muhammad Tariq (2012) Risk factors associated with prevalence and major bacterial
causes of mastitis in dromedary camels (Camelus dromedarius) under different production systems Tropical
Animal Health and Production 44 (1)107-112
65. S. Ahmad, M. Yaqoob, N. Hashmi, S. Ahmad, M. A. Zaman and M. Tariq (2010). Economic Importance of
Camel: A Unique Alternative under Crisis. Pakistan Veterinary Journal 30(4):191-197.
66. M Yaqoob, B G Merrel, P Akhtar, H Nawaz, J I Sultan and M I Mustafa (2010). Comparison of Suffolk, Texel
and Charollais sired lambs for slaughter traits under upland grassland. Indian Journal of Animal Sciences 80 (8):
785-789
67. F. Shahzad, M. Yaqoob, M. Younas, U. Farooq, F. Sher, M. Asim, S. Qamar, M. Akbar and I. Irshad (2010).
Factors Affecting the Birth Weight of Cholistani Cattle Calves. Pakistan Veterinary Journal 30(4):247-248
68. S. Ahmad, M. Yaqoob, N. Hashmi, M. A. Zaman, and M. S. Amjad. 2009. Farmers Attitude towards
Interventions Regarding Buffalo Calf. Pakistan Veterinary Journal 29(3):125-128
69. Younas M, Yaqoob M, Ahmad T, Babar ME, Ali A, and Shahzad F. (2009). A study on the breeding practices of
water buffalo kept under various production systems in Punjab, Pakistan Pakistan Journal of Zoology 9:91-101
70. Ishaq K, Ullah N, Ahmad T and M Yaqoob (2009). Incidence of Reproductive disorders in cattle and buffaloes
around Islamabad and Rawalpindi. Pakistan Journal of Zoology 9:69-71
71. M. Yaqoob, F. Shahzad, M. Aslam, M. Younas and G. Bilal (2009). Production performance of Dera Din Panah
goat under desert range conditions in Pakistan. Tropical Animal Health and Production 41:1413-1419
72. H. Nawaz, M. Yaqoob, M. Sarwar, M. Abdullah, J. I. Sultan and B. B. Khn (2009). Effect of Feeding different
sources of supplemental fat on the performance of lactating Nili-Ravi buffaloes. Indian Journal of Animal
Sciences :79:188-192
73. Javed Iqbal Sultan, Inam-Ur-Rahim, Muhammad Yaqoob, M. I. Mustafa, Haq Nawaz And Pervez Akhtar (2009).
Nutritional evaluation of herbs as fodder source for ruminants. Pakistan Journal of Botany :41 :2777-2782
74. Javed Iqbal Sultan, Inam-Ur-Rahim, Haq Nawaz,Muhammad Yaqoob and Ijaz Javed (2008). Mineral
Composition, Palatability and Digestibility of Free Rangeland Grasses of Northern Grasslands of Pakistan.
Pakistan Journal of Botany :40:2059-2070
75. Haq Nawaz, Muhammad Shafiq, Muhammad Yqoob, Muhammad Yousaf and Fawwad Ahmad (2008). Effect of
Cholecalciferol on the performance and carcass characteristics of broiler chicks. Indian Veterinary Journal :
85:851-854
76. Javed Iqbal Sultan, Inam-Ur-Rahim, Muhammad Yaqoob, Haq Nawaz and Mansoor Hameed (2008). Nutritive
Value of Free Rangeland Grasses of Northern Grasslands of Pakistan. Pakistan Journal of Botany :40 :249-258
77. H Nawaz, M A Naseemh Nawaz, M A Naseem, M Yaqoob, F Ahmad and M Yousaf, M Yaqoob, (2008). Effect
of dry yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) on live performance and carcass characteristics of broiler chicks Indian
Journal of Animal Sciences 78(1):117-120
78. Inam-Ur-Rahim, Javed Iqbal Sultan, Muhammad Yaqoob,Haq Nawaz, Ijaz Javed and Mansoor Hameed (2008).
Mineral Profile, Palatability and Digestibility of Marginal Land Grasses of Trans-Himalayan Grasslands of
Pakistan Pakistan Journal of Botany 40:237-248
79. Javed Iqbal Sultan, Inam-Ur-Rahim, Haq Nawaz, Muhammad Yaqoob and Ijaz Javed (2008). Nutritional
Evaluation of Fodder Tree Leaves of Northern Grasslands of Pakistan. Pakistan Journal of Botany. 40:2503-2512
80. M Yaqoob, B G Merrel, P Akhtar, H Nawaz, J I Sultan and M I Mustafa. (2007). Effect of Feeding Supplemental
Tallow on the Performance of Lactating Nili-Ravi Buffaloes" Turkish Journal of Veterinary and Animal Sciences
31:389--398
81. Muhammad Yaqoob and Haq Nawaz (2007). Potential of Pakistani camel for dairy and other uses Animal
Science Journal 78:467-475
82. Haq Nawaz, Tariq Mushtaq and Muhammad Yaqoob (2006). Effect of Varying Levels of Energy and Protein on
Live Performance and Carcass Characteristics of Broiler Chicks. The Journal of Poultry Science 43 :388-393
83. K. Ishaq, M. Q. Bilal, M. Yaqoob, J. I. Sultan and M. Younas (2006). Effect of Superphosphate as Phosphorus
Supplement on Dry Matter Intake and Weight Gain of Sahiwal Calves. Pakistan Veterinary Journal 26:49-50
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84. K. Ishaq, M. Q. Bilal, M. Yaqoob and M. Younas. (2005). Effect of superphosphate supplementation on dry
matter, digestibility and blood serum in Sahiwal calves. Science International 17 :1-4
85. Aslam Khan M., M. Yaqoob, G. Ahtasham and A. Saeed (2005). Impact of professional factors on the working
efficiency of Agriculture extension field staff in Punjab Journal of Agriculture and Social Sciences 1:25-28
86. Bilal, M. Q., A. A. Mohamud, M. Younas, G. Muhammad, M. Yaqoob and K. Ishaque (2005). Effect of post
milking teat dipping and Staphylococcus aureus vaccination on quarter based severity of mastitis in Sahiwal
cows. Science International 17 :259-266
87. Sultan, J.I., M. Usman, and M. Yaqoob and M. Abdullah (2005). 11: Effect of legume substitution on NDF
digestion kinetic in Situ. Science International :17 pp:-
88. Yaqoob M., B.G Merrell and J. I. Sultan "Comparison of three terminal sire breeds for weaning weight of lambs
kept under upland grassland conditions in the north east of England." (2005) Pakistan Veterinary Journal :25 :17-
21
89. Yaqoob M.,M. Q. Bilal and M. Younas "Comparison of three terminal sire breeds for growth rate of lambs kept
under upland grassland conditions in the north east of England" (2005) International Journal of Agriculture and
Biology http://www.ijab.org :7 :410-413
90. Yaqoob, M., B.G. Merrel, and J.I. Sultan "Comparison of three terminal sire breeds for birth weight of lambs kept
under upland grassland conditions in the north east of England." (2004) Pakistan Veterinary Journal :24 :196-198
91. Baber, M. E., Z. Ahmad, A. Nadeem, and M. Yaqoob "Environmental factors affecting birth weight in Lohi
sheep" (2004) Pakistan Veterinary Journal :14 :5-8
92. Javaid A., J. I. Sultan, M. Abdullah and M. Yaqoob "Effect of replacement of C4 Plants with C3 plants IN
SACCO digestion Kinetics" (2004) Journal of animal and Plant Science :14 :91-94
93. Sultan, J.I., M. Usman, and M. Yaqoob "Associative action 1: Effect of legume substitution on DM digestion
kinetic in Situ." (2004) Science International 16 :135-138
94. Khan, Z.H., M. Yaqoob, and M. Younas. "Studies of some socio-economic factors affecting agro-grazing in
District Khanewal." (2004) The Journal of Animal and Plant Sciences :14 :48-51
95. Yaqoob, M., B.G. Merrel, and J.I. Sultan "Comparison of three terminal sire breeds for birth weight of lambs kept
under upland grassland conditions in the north east of England." (2004) Pakistan Veterinary Journal :24 :196-198
96. Sultan J.I., M. Usman, M. Yaqoob, and M. Abdullah "Comparative nutrient profile and digestion pattern of
leguminous and non-leguminous fodders." (2004) Pakistan Journal of Science :56 :75-79
97. Sultan, J.I. and M. Yaqoob "Effect of fertilizer and stage of maturity of Mott grass on digestion kinetics of fiber."
(2004) Pakistan Journal of Science 56 :74-76
98. Babar, M.E., Z. Ahmad, A. Nadeem, and M. Yaqoob "Environmental factors affecting weaning weight in Lohi
sheep." (2003) Pakistan Veterinary Journal :23 :177-180
99. Babar, M.E., Z. Ahmad, M. Yaqoob, and A. Ali "Environmental factors affecting greasy fleece yield in Lohi
sheep." (2003) The Journal of Animal and Plant Sciences :13 :149-152
100.Khan, M.A., M. Aslam, M.S. Siddique, and M. Yaqoob (2002). Physical and economic factors affecting the
working efficiency of agriculture extension field staff in Punjab. The Journal of Animal and Plant Sciences 12 :
47-50
101.Hyder, A., A.S. Lodhi, M. Yaqoob, and K.Z. Gondal (2002). Small ruminant production practices in upland
ranges of Balochistan." Pakistan Veterinary Journal 22:59-63
102.Farooq, M., J.I. Sultan, M. Yaqoob, M. Aslam, and M. Abdullah (2002). Effect of concentrate supplementation
and enthelmintics on the production performance of Thalli sheep under desert range conditions. The Journal of
Animal and Plant Sciences 12:78-81
103.Yaqoob, M., M. Younas, M. Ramzan, and M.E. Babar (2002). Measurement of physiological norms and work
efficiency in draft animals. Science International. 14:157-162
104.Yaqoob, M., M.E. Babar, H. Nawaz, and M.A. Mahmood (2001). Factors affecting calf mortality in buffaloes.
The Journal of Animal and Plant Sciences 11:7-10
105.Ahmad, Z., M. Yaqoob, and M. Younas. (2001). The Lohi Sheep: A Meat Breed of Pakistan." Pakistan Journal of
Agricultural Sciences 38:69-72
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106.Javed, M.M., N.A. Chaudhry, H. Nawaz, and M Yaqoob (1995). Chemical composition of broiler carcass as
influenced by different levels of protein and pesticide. Pakistan Veterinary Journal 15 :76-80
107.Rafiq, M., A.R. Abid, H. Nawaz, and M Yaqoob (1994). Effect of different types of dried animal excreta on the
digestibility of various nutrients of a composite sheep ration. Pakistan Veterinary Journal 14 :145-148
108.Faiz, M.A., M. Tufail, M. Yaqoob, M. Younas, F. Ahmad, and H. Nawaz (1994). Production traits of Beetal and
Nachi goats associated with birth weight, weaning weight and adult weight. Pakistan Veterinary Journal 14 :149-
154
109.Altaf ur Rehman, B., H. Nawaz, G. Ahmad, and M. Yaqoob. (1994). Effect of varying energy and protein levels
on the performance of Japanese quails. Pakistan Journal of Agricultural Sciences 31 :224-227
110.Mohiduddin. G., M. Yaqoob, H. Nawaz, and P. Akhtae (1994). Inheritance of Breeding and its relationship with
age at first calving and first lactation milk yield in Sahiwal cattle, Pakistan Veterinary Journal 4:238-241
111.Nawaz, H., M.Z. Alam, and M. Yaqoob (1994). Physical characteristics of eggs as influenced by varying protein
levels in layers ration. Pakistan Journal of Livestock Research 4:43-46
112.Akhtar, M.J., M. Yaqoob, A. Iqbal, M.I. Mustafa, M. Anwar, and G. Mohyuddin (1994). A study on
hematological picture of Sahiwal and crossbred calves as affected by different housing conditions. Sarhad Journal
of Agriculture 10:127-130
113.Naveed, Z. M. Ishaque, M. Yaqoob, H. Nawaz, and F. Ahmad (1994). Studies on Practices and potentials of
livestock grazing in District Vehari, Pakistan Journal of Livestock Research 4:72-76
114.Faiz, M.A., M. Tufail, M. Yaqoob, F. Ahmad, and M. Younas (1994). Comparative reproductive performance of
Beetal and Nachi goats. Pakistan Journal of Agricultural Sciences 31:102-107
115.Faiz, M.A., M. Tufail, H. Nawaz, M. Yaqoob, F. Ahmad, M. Younas "Factors affecting kid mortality in Beetal
and Nachi goats." (1993) Pakistan Veterinary Journal 13::23-25
116.Nawaz, H., G. Ali, M.A. Sial, M.Z. Alam, and M Yaqoob (1993). Performance of layers on diets adequate in
critical amino acids but low in protein contents. Pakistan Veterinary Journal 13:142-145
117.Mohy-ud-Din, G., R.A. Gill, Z. Ahmad, K.Z. Gondal, M. Yaqoob, F. Ahmad, and M.I. Mustafa. (1993). Survival
rate and culling pattern in Sahiwal cattle. Pakistan Veterinary Journal. 13:26-29
118.Khan. B. Bakht, M.Q. Bilal, S. H. Hanjra, A. R. barque, A. Iqbal, and M. yaqoob (1992). 1. Extent and preference
for animals slaughtered on EID-UL-AZHA. Pakistan Journal of Agricultural Sciences 29:18-22
119.Yaqoob, M., S.H. Hanjra, J.A. Bhatti, M.I. Mustafa, M.Q. Bilal, and G. Hur. (1991). Effects of silage feeding on
the production performance of buffaloes under field conditions." Pakistan Veterinary Journal :11:135-137
120.Khan, B.B., M.I. Mustafa, M. Abdullah, and M Yaqoob (1991). Chemical and Hygienic quality of milk supplied
to canteens of various Hospitals in Faisalabad City. Pakistan Journal of Agricultural Sciences. 28:404-407
121.Ayub, M., B.B. Khan, S.H. Hanjra, K. Z. Gondal, and M. Yaqoob. Faraz, A., M. Lateef, M. I. Mustafa, P. Akhtar,
M. Yaqoob and S. Rehman. 2013. Detection of adulteration, chemical composition and hygienic status of milk
supplied to various canteens of educational institutes and public places in Faisalabad. The Journal of Animal and
Plant Sciences, 23(1 Suppl.):119-124
122.A. Hussain, P. Akhtar, S. Ali, M. Younas, M. Yaqoob, M. E. Babar, K. Javed and A. Shakoor. 2013. Factors
influencing body weights at different ages in Thalli sheep, The Journal of Animal & Plant Sciences, 23(1):1-6
123.S. Ahmad, M. Yaqoob and A. Iqbal. 2012. Farmers' attitude towards interventions regarding camel calf health
care and management practices under pastoralists conditions. Proceedings of the 3rd Conference of the
International Society of Camelid Research and Developmentpp: Sultan Qaboos University, Muscat, Sultanat of
Oman, 29 January to 1 February 2012. Page. 158
124.P. Akhtar, U. Kalsoom, S. Ali, M. Yaqoob, K. Javed M. E. Babar, M. I. Mustafa and J. I. Sultan. 2012. Genetic
and phenotypic parameters for growth traits of Nili-Ravi buffalo heifers in Pakistan. The Journal of Animal and
Plant Sciences, 22(3 Suppl.): 347-352
125.H. Nawaz, M. Abdullah M. Yaqoob, M. E. Babar, M. A. Jabbar and M. Tariq. 2012. Metabolic effects of feeding
different sources of supplemental fat to lactating Nili-Ravi buffaloes. The Journal of Animal and Plant Sciences,
22(3 Suppl.): 288-295
126.H. Nawaz, M. Abdullah, M. Yaqoob, M. A. Jabbar, M. Sarwar and M. Younas. 2012. Metabolic effects of
feeding supplemental tallow to lactating Nili-Ravi buffalo The Journal of Animal and Plant Sciences, 22(3
Suppl.): 228-233 (1990). Cost of production of Buffalo and Cow milk and its utilization in and around
Mzzaffargarh city. Pakistan Journal of Agricultural Sciences 27:27-29