Animal husbandry Books

This agricultural guide provides detailed information on raising turkeys for breeding and meat production, including discussions of breed selection, feed management, and general care.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important,...

Desertification (land degradation in arid, semi-arid and dry sub-humid areas resulting mainly from adverse human impacts) is the main environmental problem of dry lands, which occupy more than 40 per cent of the total global...

Proceedings of a Seminar in the CEC Agricultural Research Programme, held in Brussels, November 12-14, 1990

Mary Marshall, a nationally renowned animal communicator, takes readers on a fun-filled trip through the strange and fascinating world of animals. With clarity, humor and candor, she coaches readers in the art of interspecies communication, providing...

This little book concentrates only on the drone - the male honey bee. It provides details regarding the drone’s internal and external anatomy, production and development, behaviour, role in the hive, genetics and more. Copiously...

This book follows the same style and approach as all the other popular Beekeeping Study Notes for the BBKA Examinations, the first of which was published in 1990. This third edition has been updated and prepared by John and Dawn Yates. They need no...

Beekeepers require a user friendly hive that helps the bees keep warm in Winter, stops them over heating in the Summer and reduces the risk of varroa and bee related diseases. It must be economical to buy, easy to construct, have minimal...

Want to expertly look after alpacas? Would you like a step by step guide on raising alpacas? Read through this book and you'll discover everything you need to know from... Selecting a healthy alpaca, associated costs, housing, husbandry, health and...

Steve Taber (1924 – 2008) was a world –recognised honey bee researcher who worked for the U.S. Department of Agriculture first at Baton Rouge then at Tucson. On his retirement he founded “Taber’s Honey Bee Genetics” to continue his work with bees. It was...

The Corralitos, a ranchland covering almost 200,000 acres of high desert, encompasses 300 square miles in southern New Mexico. This memoir is a descriptive narrative of the events and daily routine of tending cattle and farming the land. The workload was...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and...

This text contains a comprehensive exposition of the various breeds of sheep and their crosses that were on exhibition at the Royal Agricultural Society's show in Bristol, June 1913. Also included is a collection of notes on the management of park sheep...

This is a practical work on poultry breeding and feeding, by William Cook. It is specially adapted for cottagers, or those having limited space for keeping poultry, and the author has been successful in his endeavour to give plain and practical...

Written by one of the leading experts in the field, this comprehensive guide to poultry farming covers everything from breed selection to disease prevention. Whether you're a seasoned chicken farmer or just starting out, this book is an indispensable...

Animal Proteins is a comprehensive guide to the role of protein in animal nutrition. Written by renowned nutritionist Hugh Garner Bennett, this book provides a detailed analysis of the different types of animal proteins and their benefits. Whether you're...

This guide offers practical tips on the general management and treatment of pigs. It covers breeding, feeding, housing, and healthcare for pigs of all ages. The author, William Charles Linnaeus Martin, was a renowned veterinary surgeon and his advice is...

Dieses Buch bietet eine umfassende Einführung in das Schaf: Seine Rassen, Zucht, Haltung, Fütterung und vieles mehr. Der Autor geht detailliert auf alle wichtigen Aspekte ein und bietet wertvolle Tipps und Ratschläge für alle, die sich für das Schaf...

Written by prominent rancher and agricultural expert Foote Allen Ripley, this book offers an insider's perspective on the challenges and opportunities of cattle breeding and raising in Texas. Drawing on years of experience, Ripley provides practical...

Grab your hat, pull on your boots, and join Harri-Henry and The Engineer as they follow their dream to live in the wide outdoors, with a menagerie of hobby-farm animals. This is the hilarious story of Harri-Henry's Farm and what really happens...

Honey bees collect two types of food material; nectar and pollen. With the collection of nectar there is no evidence that there is any selection based on its nutrient value, other than as a source of energy (their dietary carbohydrate). Pollen is their...

Ransome’s The Sacred Bee is classic that has stood the test of time.  It is a must read for anyone interested in the history of beekeeping and beekeeping lore. Gene Kritsky, PhD, author of The Tears of Re: Beekeeping...

This most commendable book on Bantams was first published in the early 1920s. The author was an expert poultry keeper with Fancy Bantams being his specialty. He was well known and respected on the show circuit with many important wins to his credit. The...

This vintage book contains a comprehensive guide to keeping poultry on a small and large scale, with detailed information on selection and breeding, feeding, rearing, housing, plucking, and all other related aspects. Contents include: "The Beginner",...

A comprehensive treatment of dairy cattle nutrition including an explanation of how plants synthesize nutrients, descriptions of common feeds, explanation of feed digestion processes, recommendations for feeding management practices for all classes of...

This antique book contains a detailed and comprehensive guide to beekeeping, including information on history, anatomy, appliances, and management. A thorough guide, complete with easy-to-digest information and helpful diagrams, this timeless book will ...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and...

This text contains a comprehensive treatise on the setting up and management of an egg farm, including all the fundamental information required for such an endeavor - as well as supplementary information for existing egg farmers. A book of timeless...

An authoritative guide to the inspection of meats for animal parasites, this book is an invaluable resource for anyone involved in meat inspection and hygiene. It offers practical insights, tips, and guidance on the diagnosis and treatment of various...

This practical guide to dairy management includes information on the best practices for the production of cheese and butter, as well as tips on the care and feeding of dairy cattle. Written by an experienced farmer and dairyman, this book is an...

The Devon Cattle Breeders' Society was founded in the mid-19th century to promote the breeding of Devon cattle, a highly regarded breed of beef cattle that originated in southwest England. This book, compiled by the society, provides detailed information...

This comprehensive guide provides expert advice on raising milk cows, including breeding, feeding, and milking methods. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned dairy farmer, you'll find valuable information in this must-have resource.This work has been...

This government report from 1891 provides a detailed analysis of the state of animal agriculture in the United States. It contains data on livestock populations, disease outbreaks, and regulatory practices, making it an important resource for...

Originally published in the 18th century, this book remains a classic reference on the breeding and management of silkworms. The author provides detailed instructions on every aspect of the process, from selecting the proper mulberry leaves for feeding...

Un manuel décrivant les théories de M. Pasteur sur l'éducation des vers à soie et leur application dans l'industrie de la sériciculture.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of...

Dieses Buch bietet eine faszinierende und praktische Einführung in die Welt der Bienen und Honigpflanzen. Mit detaillierten Beschreibungen von mehr als 50 Bienenpflanzen und ihrer Verwendung in der Bienenhaltung und Imkerei ist dieses Werk ein...

Johann Michael Kamms Buch gibt eine detaillierte Anleitung zur Maulbeerbaum- und Seidenraupen-Zucht im 19. Jahrhundert. Es enthält Informationen zu den wissenschaftlichen Grundlagen und Praktiken der Zucht sowie zu den ökonomischen Aspekten der...

This comprehensive bibliography covers all aspects of poultry science and husbandry, including breeding, nutrition, disease management, and marketing. It includes both scholarly and popular works, as well as international sources. This bibliography is an...

Henry Thompson provides a concise and practical guide to veterinary science, designed for students and practitioners in agriculture and animal husbandry. Thompson covers the fundamental principles of animal health and disease, and offers concrete advice...

H. H. Stoddard's classic guide to bantam chicken breeding remains a valuable resource for poultry enthusiasts to this day. This replica edition includes Stoddard's expert advice on breeding, raising, and caring for bantam chickens, with detailed...

This comprehensive guide to breeding Shropshire sheep offers expert advice on every aspect of sheep management. From selecting breeding stock to raising lambs, F. M. Chandler and H. A. Chandler provide clear, practical guidance that will be invaluable to...

This informative guide contains a comprehensive list of Nubian milk goat breeders from around the world. Whether you're an experienced goat farmer or just starting out, this book is an essential resource for anyone interested in raising Nubian goats...

This informative book offers valuable insights into the science of range management, with a particular emphasis on the care and handling of sheep. From exploring the nutritional requirements of sheep to understanding the importance of proper grazing...

This practical guide to swine health and welfare offers a wealth of information for farmers, veterinarians, and anyone interested in animal husbandry. Written by a renowned swine expert, it covers the most common diseases and ailments affecting pigs, as...

This book provides an overview of the Aberdeen-Angus breed of cattle and their performance in various shows and sales in the United States and Great Britain during the early 20th century. It includes information on special premiums and sales in the year...