Regulation of the secretion of FSH in domestic ruminants.

Abstract

In the past 2-3 years there have been considerable advances in our understanding of thc neuroendocrine processes controlling pituitary function (Clarke, 1987) and the nature of steroidal and non-steroidal feedback regulation, particularly by the gonadal peptide. inhibin (Findlay, 1986). These advances offer new insights into the regulation of gonadotrophin secretion and gonadal function, and could have a considerable commercial impact in animal industry. In this review, we summanze these advances with respect to the control of FSH secretion in sheep and cattle.