Animal husbandry Books

"A Guide to Keeping Ducks" contains information on the methods and equipment of the poultry farmer. It is intended to illustrate the main aspects of duck breeding and serves as a guide for anyone wishing to obtain a general knowledge of the subject...

This antique text contains a collection of articles on the nutrition, rations and equipment for cattle feeding. A compendium that will be of much value to the farmer, this text makes for a worthy addition to collections of cattle farming literature and...

This antiquarian volume contains a large collection of articles on mallards, the mandarin, the Aylesbury, the Muscovy, and many other breeds of duck. Containing a wealth of information, detailed descriptions, economic qualities, and histories of the...

This book contains a wealth of classic material on the subject of dairy farming. It includes concise and comprehensive information of feeding, feeding cows, bulls and calves, grass and arable farms, and housing. Provides detailed knowledge on the sex...

This antiquarian book comprises a collection of detailed articles on varieties of cattle for the dairy farm. A compendium that will be of much value to the farmer, this text makes for a worthy addition to collections of cattle farming literature and is...

This antiquarian volume comprises a detailed treatise on different breeds of sheep, including information on the Lincolnshire, the Saxon Merino, the Southdown, and many other common varieties of sheep. Complete with detailed descriptions, comments on...

This book contains a collection of detailed articles on housing, feeding, breeding, health, and other aspects integral to keeping cattle. A compendium that will be of much value to the farmer, this text makes for a worthy addition to collections of...

This antique text contains a collection of detailed articles on the methods, science and equipment used in cream production. A compendium that will be of much value to the farmer, this text makes for a worthy addition to collections of cattle farming...

This antique text contains a fascinating a collection of articles on the buildings required for keeping cattle. A compendium that will be of much value to the farmer, this text makes for a worthy addition to collections of cattle farming literature and...

This fascinating volume comprises a collection of articles on selection, crossing, feeding, and other aspects of breeding ducks. The authors of these texts have based their writing on many years' experience, and are all experts in their field. The...

This book contains a collection of detailed articles on the methods and rations of feeding cattle for milk production. A compendium that will be of much value to the farmer, this text makes for a worthy addition to collections of cattle farming...

This book contains a classic guide to vintage farming machinery, including detailed descriptions, explanations, and illustrations of the machinery treated. It contains information on the various types of harvesters and other examples of machinery that...

This volume contains a collection of articles on buildings, penning, trap nesting, and other aspects of housing ducks, which also include comments on breeding, diet, and more. These clear, easy-to-digest articles contain a wealth of interesting and...

This antique text contains a comprehensive treatise on the equipment and machinery of dairy farming, including information on milking, separating, sterilising and other mechanical aspects of dairy production. Complete with handy tips, easy-to-digest...

Contained within this text is a collection of detailed articles on the theory and practice of breeding cattle. A compendium that will still be of much value to the farmer, this text makes for a worthy addition to collections of cattle farming literature...

This antique text contains a collection of detailed articles on the methods and equipment of the cattle farmer. A compendium that will be of much value to the farmer, this text makes for a worthy addition to collections of cattle farming literature and...

This text contains a detailed treatise on the various different species of cattle, including information on origin, breeds, and breeding. Containing descriptions of cattle from all corners of this world, this text constitutes a definitive guide on the...

This vintage volume contains a collection of historical articles on the butchering, trimming, and curing of beef. These timeless articles contain a wealth of useful information on the most cost-effective ways to prepare beef, and will be of considerable...

This antiquarian volume comprises a comprehensive guide to the fundamentals of preparing duck for the marketplace, containing information on eggs, feathers, manure, killing, and other aspects of market preparation. Complete with simple, clear...

Contained within this antiquarian volume is a detailed treatise on keeping poultry, including information on turkeys, chickens, geese, housing, health, and many other accepts of poultry keeping. This thorough guide contains a wealth of information that...

This volume comprises a collection of interesting articles on the housing, feeding, breeding, and general care of ducklings. Including a wealth of practical information on a variety of aspects of duck-keeping, these articles will be of much value to the...

This book contains a fascinating a collection of articles on the diagnosis and treatment of cattle. A compendium that will be of much value to the farmer, this text makes for a worthy addition to collections of cattle farming literature and is not to be...

Contained within this antique text is a collection of detailed articles on the Aberdeen Angus, the Hereford, Shorthorns, and other important breeds of cattle. A compendium that will still be of much value to the farmer, this text makes for a worthy...

This antiquarian text provides a carefully selected collection of articles on diseases common to ducks, including information on their diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and more. Written in clear, concise language and containing examples of autopsy...

This text contains in a concise and systematic form the essential facts relating to the science and practice of dairy farming. It embodies the author's twenty years' experience, both as a practical dairyman and as a student and teacher of dairy husbandry...

Originally published in 1903, this book comprises a detailed guide to setting up and maintaining a routine of management for the successful rearing of pheasants. Written in clear, simple language and full of handy tips, "The Pheasant Rearers' Manual"...

This book contains a detailed guide on poultry, originally intended as a practical resource suited to the use and application of the wives of the farmers of Georgia. This text was not intended for the fancier, nor for those who peruse the business on a...

This book contains a detailed treatise on 'Leghorn Fowls' used for exhibition and utility. This text attempts to provide information of interest and value to every lover of this most popular fowl. The chapters - which deal with each of the different...

Comprised within this antiquary book is a complete treatise on the keeping, breeding, management, and husbandry of swine. This book was written to provide a text for agricultural students, as well as a helpful reference book for the busy farmer - which...

This vintage book contains a complete guide to keeping dairy goats, with information on selection, breeding, housing, necessary equipment, and many other related aspects. Written in simple, plain language and profusely illustrated, this detailed handbook...

Originally published in 1924 and regularly revised since then, this book is an exhaustive study of the craft of pig-keeping. Full of detailed instructions from a more natural era of farming, this book tells all that you need to know to successfully rear...

This book is a complete guide to all aspects of pig keeping. Full of practical advice, instruction, and useful diagrams and photos, it focuses mainly on the three most important aspects of pig keeping - Housing, Feeding and General Management. Contents...

"All About Pigs & Pig-Keeping" contains almost all the information one might want to know about pigs and related subjects. Presented as a series of over 800 questions and answers split into helpful sections, this volume is sure to be of utility to...

A technical manual describing a revolutionary new invention: the butter churn, invented by the German engineer Heinrich Ernst. Illustrated with detailed diagrams and instructions, this manual provides everything you need to know to build and operate your...

Take your stock keeping skills to the next level with this informative and practical guide. Author William H. Ablett offers expert advice on everything from choosing the right livestock to managing their health and wellbeing. Whether you're a seasoned...

For anyone interested in bee-keeping, this guide provides practical advice and tips on how to get started and how to make it a profitable venture. With its clear explanations and step-by-step instructions, this book is perfect for beginners and...

This book is a guide to milk fever, a condition that affects dairy cows during and after calving. It provides an overview of the causes and symptoms of milk fever, as well as methods for diagnosis and treatment. The book is aimed at dairy farmers and...

A practical and informative manual for farmers beginning to raise hogs in western Nebraska, including tips on feeding, breeding, and handling.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of...

This book offers a comprehensive guide to raising and exhibiting Light Brahma chickens. It covers everything from breeding and incubation to feeding and housing. H. Hudson Stoddard brings together his extensive experience as a poultry farmer and his...

This book offers valuable insights into the use of cacti as a food source for stock. It delves into the nutritional value of these plants, their cultivation, and the economic advantages of integrating them into livestock feeding. David Griffiths combines...

A registry of pedigrees for the American Southdown breed of sheep, including records of births, deaths, and ownership. A useful reference book for livestock farmers and breed enthusiasts.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally...

A definitive guide to the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases that affect sheep. Written by two experienced veterinarians, this work covers a wide range of topics, from respiratory diseases to parasitic infections. With detailed...

A practical guide to selecting, growing, and feeding forage crops to swine. Whether you're a small-scale farmer or a commercial hog producer, this book provides valuable information on maximizing feed efficiency, improving animal health, and reducing...

Ein umfassendes Handbuch für Schafzüchter und Züchter von Merinoschafen. Das Buch enthält wertvolle Informationen zu verschiedenen Aspekten der Merinoschafzucht, einschließlich Krankheitsprävention, Fütterung und Zucht.This work has been selected by...

This comprehensive guide to Cheviot sheep provides detailed information on breeding, feeding, and caring for these hardy and versatile animals. It also includes a wealth of historical and anecdotal material, making it an enjoyable read for sheep farmers...

This book is an authoritative guide to the diagnosis and treatment of various diseases afflicting bees. It is an essential resource for anyone involved in the care and management of these vital insects.This work has been selected by scholars as being...

Compiled by the Lincolnshire Curlycoated Pig Breeders' Association Inc., this book is a comprehensive guide to the breeding and care of Lincolnshire curly-coated pigs. It includes information on the history of the breed, breeding techniques, feeding, and...

A comprehensive overview of the dairy industry in America, including production and distribution methods, economic factors, and nutritional information, by Carl William Larson and the Chicago American Institute of Agriculture.This work has been selected...