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Pigs were once known as "mortgage lifters," a term that endears them to many small farmers. Whether you want a pig on your property for pleasure or profit, on a small scale or large, this is the book you should have. From first considerations to last, choosing a breed to bringing home the bacon, this approachable, authoritative guide covers every facet of raising pigs. What's the story behind the modern pork industry? What are the advantages of raising...
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For each breed he dedicates two pages, the left being a full-page high-quality picture and the right giving a brief but comprehensive description of the appearance, history and uses of each sheep. Only the size of a postcard, the book fits perfectly into a rucksack or pocket so is ideal for the interested rambler who is keen to discover more about the flock fleeing from him at the time. Clear color photographs taken of sheep 'straight from the field'...
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This vintage book contains a collection of articles pertaining to the production of pork, with information on curing, cuts, slaughtering, and many other aspects. These timeless articles contain a wealth of useful and interesting information, and are highly recommended for anyone occupied in the production of pork. Contents include: "A Manual on the Hog", "Biggle Swine Book – Much Old and More New Hog Knowledge, Arranged in Alternate Streaks of Fat...
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This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience. Each publication has been professionally curated and includes all details on the original source material. This particular instalment, "Sheep and Sheep Husbandry" contains information on origins, breeds, breeding and much more. It is intended to illustrate the main aspects of sheep husbandry...
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In recent years there has been an increasing resurgence in small scale pig rearing for both commercial use and exhibition purposes. With many of the older and less common breeds sinking into obscurity, and in some cases vanishing completely, this book will greatly assist all who seek to raise the profile of one of our oldest and most favourite, domesticated farm animals. "Pigs. Breeding and Management." Consists of one hundred and eighty four pages...
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This antique book comprises a comprehensive treatise on the breeding of livestock, with information on heredity, reproduction, selection, and many other important aspects of animal breeding. This text covers a variety of different animals commonly kept on a farm, including sheep, horses, cattle, swine and more. Written in clear, concise language and complete with handy tips, detailed illustrations, helpful tables, and much more besides, this is a...
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A Brief History of Milk Production details the history of milk farming from the earliest days through to the problems facing dairy farmers in the current day. The book covers the massive transformation in one of the most important sectors in the agricultural industry from being based on small units to modern complex processing plants. It includes the set-up of the Milk Marketing Board; the Board's role in improving milk collections, told with humorous...
8) Treating Sick Animals on the Farm With Information on Food, Medicine, Anaesthetics and Other Aspe
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This antiquarian book contains a detailed guide to caring for and treating sick farm animals, with information on food, medicine, anesthetics, and much more besides. Complete with comprehensive descriptions, simple instructions, helpful tips, and a wealth of useful illustrations and photographs, this book constitutes an invaluable tool for the farmer or livestock veterinarian. It makes for a worthy addition to any collection of farming literature....
9) Livestock on Dry Land Farms: With Information on Keeping Horses, Cattle and Sheep on the Dry Farm
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This text contains a concise guide to keeping livestock on dry land farms, with information on keeping horses, cattle, and sheep. Written in clear, simple language and filled with interesting information and handy tips, this practical guide will greatly appeal to farmers of dry land farms with an interest in keeping animals as a profitable enterprise. It discusses the benefits, drawbacks, feeding, general care, shelter, and much more besides - of...
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Kept as pets, raised for their milk, meat, or fiber, or prized for their beauty or rarity, goats are increasingly popular animals on farms large and small. Whether you raise a favored few or a hundred head, this guide is the ultimate resource on North American breeds. The book provides detailed descriptions of more than twenty goat breeds found in the United States and Canada, from the popular Nubian, Pygmy, and Boer to the rare and lovely Golden...
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Originally published in London 1925, this book contains a comprehensive study of the biology and genetics involved in all aspects of stock breeding whether it be fowl, sheep, pig, dog, horses, and cattle, supported with extensive illustrations. Of the several sciences which may serve the breeder, genetics is the one which bears upon his breeding practices. It is the science which seeks to account for the similarities and dissimilarities in characterization...
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Libro especializado que se ajusta al desarrollo de la cualificación profesional y adquisición de certificados de profesionalidad. Manual imprescindible para la formación y la capacitación, que se basa en los principios de la cualificación y dinamización del conocimiento, como premisas para la mejora de la empleabilidad y eficacia para el desempeño del trabajo.
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Libro especializado que se ajusta al desarrollo de la cualificación profesional y adquisición de certificados de profesionalidad. Manual imprescindible para la formación y la capacitación, que se basa en los principios de la cualificación y dinamización del conocimiento, como premisas para la mejora de la empleabilidad y eficacia para el desempeño del trabajo.
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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 findings, helpful tips, and wealth of other practicable information on the ailments of ducks, this collection will be of much interest to the poultry keeper, as well as being of value to the veterinarian...
15) Domestic Geese And Ducks - A Complete And Authentic Handbook And Guide For Breeders, Growers And
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This vintage text contains a complete handbook and guide for breeders, growers, and admirers of domestic geese and ducks. Much of the information contained herein is timeless, making this book of considerable value to modern poultry enthusiasts and a text not to be missed by collectors of antique literature of this ilk. The chapters of this book include: 'History, Habits, Tradition, and General Possibilities in Geese'; 'Breeds of Geese'; 'The Heavy-Weight...
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Libro especializado que se ajusta al desarrollo de la cualificación profesional y adquisición de certificados de profesionalidad. Manual imprescindible para la formación y la capacitación, que se basa en los principios de la cualificación y dinamización del conocimiento, como premisas para la mejora de la empleabilidad y eficacia para el desempeño del trabajo.
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The author of this book sets out to show how a fascinating hobby can become a profit making pursuit. He does not attempt to encourage new apiarists to take up the hobby primarily to make money, but he demonstrates from much experience that careful bee-keeping inevitably means good results. He is an enthusiast who describes with relish the various phases of the bee-keeper's year. He imparts hints to others as gleaned from his own hives and points out...
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In this practical guide TV farmer, Jimmy Doherty imparts his experience and ideas to show you how to achieve the self-sufficient lifestyle and add to your life whether growing for your own pleasure - or profit!
Farmer, entrepreneur and TV presenter Jimmy Doherty is living proof that you can successfully grow and rear your own food. Whatever your circumstances and whether you have a window box or a couple of acres, this book is full of ideas and suggestions...
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This early guide to poultry husbandry is a fascinating read for any poultry keeper or historian of the breed and contains much information and anecdote that is still useful today. Contents Include: How chickens use their feed; General principles of feeding chickens; Nutritive requirements of chickens; Effect of feed on flesh and eggs; Deficiency diseases and vices; Selecting feedstuffs; Practical points in feeding chickens; Use of milk and home-grown...
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