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Animal husbandry
Paperback. Offers all the information you need to help you to start keeping chickens, from how to choose, house, feed and handle them to how many eggs they lay, their affect on the local ecosystem and how to protect from foxes and other predators. Series: Digging and Planting. Num Pages: 256 pages, 200 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: TVHP; VSZ; WNF; WNGK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 160 x 170 x 23. Weight in Grams: 464.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- Flame Tree Publishing
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- KOG0000332
- ISBN
- 9781786642295
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Paperback. Offers all the information you need to help you to start keeping chickens, from how to choose, house, feed and handle them to how many eggs they lay, their affect on the local ecosystem and how to protect from foxes and other predators. Series: Digging and Planting. Num Pages: 256 pages, 200 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: TVHP; VSZ; WNF; WNGK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 160 x 170 x 23. Weight in Grams: 464.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- Flame Tree Publishing
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- KOG0000462
- ISBN
- 9781786642295
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Paperback. A guide to the domesticated goose. It shows how this intelligent bird has been absorbed into different cultures throughout history: from the taming of the Greylag and the Swan goose to the exhibition of the mighty Toulouse. Num Pages: 192 pages, 160 colour photographs 10 diagrams. BIC Classification: TVHP; WNF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 188 x 248 x 11. Weight in Grams: 546. Breeds and Management. 192 pages, 160 colour photographs 10 diagrams. A guide to the domesticated goose. It shows how this intelligent bird has been absorbed into different cultures throughout history: from the taming of the Greylag and the Swan goose to the exhibition of the mighty Toulouse. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: TVHP; WNF. Dimension: 188 x 248 x 11. Weight: 544.
- Publisher
- Crowood Press
- Number of pages
- 192
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781847973368
- ISBN
- 9781847973368
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 23.86
€ 26.99
€ 23.86
Paperback. Looks at some more well-known breeds and cross-breeds, some minority breeds which were once seen everywhere and a few rare breeds which have to be seen to be believed. This book offers a brief description of each sheep's appearance and its place in history. It explains the status of the breed in the UK and its uses in farming. Series: Know Your.. Num Pages: 88 pages, 40 photographs. BIC Classification: TVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 156 x 106 x 9. Weight in Grams: 122.
- Publisher
- Old Pond Publishing Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 96
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781906853006
- ISBN
- 9781906853006
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 9.99€ 9.18
€ 9.99
€ 9.18
hardcover. This new edition reviews advances in embryo production technology, based on some 3500 reports that have appeared since the first edition was published in 1994. The work emphasizes the common ground between those working in cattle and human embryology. Series: Biotechnology in Agriculture. Num Pages: 592 pages, bibliographical references, index. BIC Classification: MFKC3; TVHB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1446.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 592
- Condition
- New
- Publication date
- 2003
- SKU
- V9780851996660
- ISBN
- 9780851996660
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 292.24
€ 292.24
Paperback. Num Pages: 184 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: TVH; WS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 22. Weight in Grams: 294.
- Publisher
- Hancock House Publishers Ltd ,Canada Canada
- Number of pages
- 184
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1981
- Edition
- UK ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780888390998
- ISBN
- 9780888390998
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 15.10
€ 19.99
€ 15.10
Hardcover. Livestock biodiversity is integral to our culture, history, environment, economy and, most importantly, our future. Thousands of livestock breeds, from relatively small genetic pools, have evolved over time to suit particular environments and farming systems. Num Pages: 280 pages, 49. BIC Classification: TVH; WN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 248 x 170 x 19. Weight in Grams: 740.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 280
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780632054992
- ISBN
- 9780632054992
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 180.21
€ 180.21
Hardback. A key approach to the issue of livestock production and climate change through three sections: I. Livestock production II. Climate change and III. Enteric methane amelioration. Num Pages: 406 pages. BIC Classification: PSV; RNPG; TVH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 254 x 178 x 29. Weight in Grams: 1068.
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781780644325
- ISBN
- 9781780644325
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 68.75
€ 68.75
Hardback. Designed for the mixed practice large animal veterinarian, veterinary students, and camelid caretakers alike, this title covers all major body systems, herd health, physical examination, nutrition, reproduction, surgery, anesthesia, and multisystem diseases of llamas and alpacas. Num Pages: 808 pages, Approx. 400 illustrations in full color. BIC Classification: MZD; TVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 282 x 217 x 34. Weight in Grams: 2170.
- Publisher
- Elsevier Health Sciences United States
- Number of pages
- 640
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781437723526
- ISBN
- 9781437723526
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 202.04
€ 202.04
Long Distance Transport and Welfare of Farm Animals
. Ed(S): Turner, J; Appleby, M.C.; Cussen, V....
Brings together studies from several animal scientists and researchers to review the implications and necessity of long distance animal transport for slaughter. This title combines reports on regional practices with discussions of the science, economics, legislation and procedures involved in this practice. Editor(s): Turner, J; Appleby, M.C.; Cussen, V.; Garces, L.; Lambert, L. A.; Turner, J. Num Pages: 480 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: JFFZ; MZD; TVH. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 252 x 173 x 33. Weight in Grams: 1192.
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 480
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845934033
- ISBN
- 9781845934033
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 239.20
€ 239.20
Hardcover. Ranching families reflect a deeply rooted agricultural tradition the day-to-day workings of which have changed little over generations. Many of these children are accomplished farm hands by the age of six or seven and contributing members of the family business. This book offers a tribute to the generation of ranchers growing up in New Mexico. Num Pages: 160 pages, 140 colour photos. BIC Classification: 1KBBWX; HBTB; TVH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 273 x 289 x 22. Weight in Grams: 1348.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Museum of New Mexico Press United States
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780890134764
- ISBN
- 9780890134764
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 53.99€ 39.06
€ 53.99
€ 39.06
Hardback. .
- Publisher
- 5m Publishing
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781910455760
- ISBN
- 9781910455760
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 57.06
€ 57.06
Hardcover. This informative book explains everything which needs to be considered when managing grasslands to benefit the horse, the vegetation and the environment. The book examines the horse's grazing habits and its requirements when at grass, and presents an overview of the types of grasslands found in Britain and their suitability for the horse. Num Pages: 416 pages, illustrations, (some colour ). BIC Classification: TVH; WNGH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 241 x 168 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1096. The Responsible Owner's Guide. 256 pages, illustrations, (some colour ). Grass plays a vital part in a horse's nutrition, health, and well-being, and good grassland management is a cost-effective way of feeding them. This book explains everything that needs to be considered when managing grasslands to benefit the horse. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: TVH; WNGH. Dimension: 241 x 168 x 38. Weight: 1196.
- Publisher
- J. A. Allen
- Number of pages
- 256
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851318561
- ISBN
- 9780851318561
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 52.99€ 44.57
€ 52.99
€ 44.57
Managing the Prenatal Environment to Enhance Livestock Productivity
. Ed(S): Greenwood, Paul L.; Bell, Alan W.; V...
Hardback. This reference reviews phenotypic consequences of prenatal development, and it details mechanisms that underpin these effects in ruminants, pigs and poultry. It is the first livestock-specific book quantifying consequences of fetal programming. Editor(s): Greenwood, Paul L.; Bell, Alan W.; Vercoe, Philip E.; Viljoen, Gerrit J. (International Atomic Energy Agency). Num Pages: 298 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVH; TVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 23. Weight in Grams: 688.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 298
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048131341
- ISBN
- 9789048131341
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 195.73
€ 195.73
Paperback.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- First
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851987842
- ISBN
- 9780851987842
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 67.12
€ 67.12
Hardback. Over thousands of years, animal husbandry coupled with natural selection has given rise to a great diversity of livestock breeds. Num Pages: 1216 pages. BIC Classification: GBC; TVHB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 276 x 219. .
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845934668
- ISBN
- 9781845934668
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 802.07
€ 802.07
Margaret Derry examines the evolution of modern animal breeding from the invention of improved breeding methodologies in eighteenth-century England to the application of molecular genetics in the 1980s and 1990s. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: TVHB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 237 x 162 x 25. Weight in Grams: 598.
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- University of Toronto Press Canada
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781442649040
- ISBN
- 9781442649040
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 79.61
€ 79.61
Hardback. Mastitis in dairy herds is a worldwide problem, with significant implications for milk yields and quality, economic losses, and animal health and welfare - effective control makes a considerable difference to the farmer and the animal. This title includes chapters covering organic dairy herds, dry period infections, and best practice procedures. Num Pages: 272 pages, 231 figures/illustrations. BIC Classification: MZD; TVHF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 249 x 173 x 21. Weight in Grams: 844. 272 pages, 231 figures/illustrations. Mastitis in dairy herds is a worldwide problem, with significant implications for milk yields and quality, economic losses, and animal health and welfare - effective control makes a considerable difference to the farmer and the animal. This title includes chapters covering organic dairy herds, dry period infections, and best practice procedures. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). BIC Classification: MZD; TVHF. Dimension: 249 x 173 x 21. Weight: 844.
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing
- Number of pages
- 272
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Edition
- 2nd
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845935504
- ISBN
- 9781845935504
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 61.21
€ 61.21
Hardback. Mastitis is one of the most common diseases in dairy cattle throughout the world resulting in reduced milk production and extra treatment costs. This book covers various aspects of the subject. It is suitable for veterinary surgeons and students, farmers and also those involved in the practical care of cattle. Num Pages: 192 pages, 216 colour photographs, 20 line drawings. BIC Classification: MZD; TVHF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 256 x 197 x 18. Weight in Grams: 780. 192 pages, 216 colour photographs, 20 line drawings. Mastitis is one of the most common diseases in dairy cattle throughout the world resulting in reduced milk production and extra treatment costs. This book covers various aspects of the subject. It is suitable for veterinary surgeons and students, farmers and also those involved in the practical care of cattle. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: MZD; TVHF. Dimension: 256 x 197 x 18. Weight: 780.
- Publisher
- The Crowood Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 192
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781847970718
- ISBN
- 9781847970718
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 23.82
€ 26.99
€ 23.82
Hardcover.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- First
- Number of pages
- 640
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845933548
- ISBN
- 9781845933548
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 206.47
€ 206.47
hardcover. In response to concerns about animal welfare, food assurance schemes are now incorporating standards for animal welfare. This is particularly important in the poultry industry, where much attention has focused on the welfare of brollers (meat birds). Editor(s): Weeks, C. A.; Butterworth, A. Num Pages: 336 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TVH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 25. Weight in Grams: 907.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- Publication date
- 2004
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780851998053
- ISBN
- 9780851998053
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 140.94
€ 140.94
Paperback. Outlining the core principles of the subject, this textbook covers the production of meat, its structure and chemical composition, meat quality and hygiene, and animal welfare, handling and slaughter. It also covers significant advances such as the process of conditioning, leading to the tenderisation of meat. Series: Modular Texts. Num Pages: 248 pages, 63 figures/illustrations. BIC Classification: KNDF; MZD; PSVD; TDCT; TVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 246 x 189 x 16. Weight in Grams: 540. An Introductory Text. Series: Modular Texts. 248 pages, 63 figures/illustrations. Outlining the core principles of the subject, this textbook covers the production of meat, its structure and chemical composition, meat quality and hygiene, and animal welfare, handling and slaughter. It also covers significant advances such as the process of conditioning, leading to the tenderisation of meat. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). BIC Classification: KNDF; MZD; PSVD; TDCT; TVH. Dimension: 246 x 189 x 16. Weight: 678.
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing
- Number of pages
- 248
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845935931
- ISBN
- 9781845935931
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 52.99€ 50.94
€ 52.99
€ 50.94
Mechanistic Modelling in Pig and Poultry Production
. Ed(S): Fisher, C.; Gous, R. M. (University ...
Hardback. Based on papers presented at a symposium held in 2005 in South Africa, this book brings together the academic writings on modelling concepts, problems and applications of models and looks at the development, usefulness and limitations of models in pigs and poultry. Editor(s): Fisher, C.; Gous, R. M. (University of Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa); Morris, Trevor. Num Pages: 352 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSV; TVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 26. Weight in Grams: 934.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845930707
- ISBN
- 9781845930707
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 154.45
€ 154.45
Hardback. Presents a comprehensive account of the methodologies and protocols for conventional and modern molecular techniques that are in use for studying the gut microbial ecology of ruminants. Editor(s): Makkar, Harinder P. S.; McSweeney, Christopher S. (CSIRO Livestock Industries). Num Pages: 226 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; TCB; TVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 514.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 226
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402037900
- ISBN
- 9781402037900
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 253.85
€ 253.85