Running a small beef herd /
This book provides an introduction to beef production for those about to enter the industry and is an ongoing reference for anyone managing a small herd of beef cattle on their property.
| Основен автор: | Baker, Fiona. |
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| Други автори: | Wallis, Cheryl A. 1966- |
| Формат: | Електронна книга |
| Език: | English |
| Публикувано: |
Collingwood, Vic. :
Landlinks Press/CSIRO,
℗♭2008.
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| Издание: | 3rd ed. |
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| Онлайн достъп: |
http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&scope=site&db=nlebk&AN=250713 |
Съдържание:
- Cover; Contents; Acknowledgements; 1 The economics of beef production; 2 The importance of soil health and fertility; 3 Feeding your cattle; 4 Responsibilities of owning livestock; 5 Systems of beef production; 6 Breeds of cattle; 7 Fencing and cattle-handling facilities; 8 Buying cattle; 9 Methods of identification; 10 Husbandry practices; 11 Breeding management; 12 Cross-breeding; 13 Cattle health; 14 Cattle handling; 15 Selling your stock; Appendix 1 Comparative ratings of economic traits of 26 breeds of cattle; Appendix 2 Approximate weight at various ages and for different breed types.