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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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Are you a budding entrepreneur looking to delve into the world of poultry farming? Or perhaps you're an experienced farmer aiming to refine your practices and enhance your yields? "Poultry Farming: Understanding Best Practices for Chicken and Egg Production" is your ultimate companion on the journey to achieving thriving poultry operations.In this comprehensive eBook, we demystify the art and science of poultry farming, offering you a wealth of knowledge...
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Originally published in 1927. A detailed book of advice on profiting from rabbit breeding. Contents Include: Commercial Possibilities .The Different Breeds. Rabbitry Construction. Foods and Feeding. Breeding. Keeping Records. Diseases and Ailments. Marketing the Products. Killing and Dressing. Preparing and Cooking. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive....
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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...
6) Donkeys
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There's never been a better time to add donkeys to a small-scale farm. Friendly, dependable, intelligent, and easy to care for, donkeys are increasingly prized by small-scale farmers. As with tending any livestock, it is always best for the keeper to be prepared. Whether you're an experienced breeder or a new hobby farmer, this book provides information about the ins-and-outs of buying, caring for, and enjoying these terrific stable companions. Every...
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Whether you want a dog, want to farm, want to compete, or just want to know, Sheepdog Training is an enlightening read from Glyn Jones, a third-generation expert sheepdog handler. Speaking from experience, the story of his life serves as an integral component of his advice on training, handling, trailing, breeding, competing, and more. Learn a compassionate, dog-centered approach to raising and training herding dogs, all while gaining an appreciation...
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A full-color introductory guide to providing a flock of chickens with their very own digs, Starter Coops addresses the needs of every chicken owner, analyzing what kind of accommodations will best serve the ladies' needs. Author and chicken enthusiast, Wendy Bedwell-Wilson offers commonsense advice and money-saving tips to get new chicken keepers off to the right start. Starter Coops begins with the necessary elements of every chicken coop--safely...
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This book contains a practical manual on owning cattle and sheep, including information on breeds and breeding, foods and feeding, and general management. A detailed and extensive treatise on the subject complete with a wealth of useful information and helpful illustrations, this text will be of much value to the professional sheep and cattle owner, and would make for a worthy addition to collections of farming literature. The chapters of this book...
10) A Guide to Pig Breeding: A Collection of Articles on the Boar and Sow, Swine Selection, Farrowin
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This impressive volume contains a large and comprehensive collection of articles on pig farming, with information on diet, ailments, housing, preparation, marketing, and many other aspects of pig breeding. Constituting a complete and detailed treatise on the subject, this collection of articles contains everything an existing or prospective pig farmer needs to know about the practice, and makes for a worthy addition to collections of farming and animal-keeping...
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Hobby Farms Chickens: Tending a Small-Scale Flock for Pleasure and Profit is geared toward the hobby farmer looking to begin his or her own flock of chickens on a small farm or even backyard. Author Sue Weaver, who keeps various exotic breeds and countless barnies on her farm, is an expert on all things livestock and an avowed chicken fanatic. This photo-filled guide begins with Chickens 101" and details the physiology of chickens, members of the...
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Whether you want to raise 5 chickens or 50, have a 40-foot city lot or a 40-acre farm, the expert advice in Future Farmers of America (FFA)—licensed How to Raise Chickens makes it easy for young readers and beginners to get started raising a healthy flock.
Whichever comes first for you, the chicken or the egg, this book shows what to do next with the help of longtime chicken breeder Christine Heinrichs, who explains all the helpful dos and important...
13) Duck Breeding: A Collection of Articles on Selection, Crossing, Feeding and Other Aspects of Bre
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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 information contained herein will be of much interest to those who occupy themselves in the breeding and keeping of ducks, making this text an both an invaluable practical resource, and a worthy addition...
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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 book was written as much for the benefit of the backyard poultry keeper as well as assisting the show bantam enthusiast. Although written primarily for the early 20th century reader, virtually all...
15) 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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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 antiquarian book contains a detailed guide to the methods and equipment of livestock keeping, with information on the breeding, rearing, and fattening of sheep. Complete with a detailed illustrations, handy tables, and a wealth of useful and interesting information on breeding sheep, this text constitutes a must-have for discerning farmers, and makes for a great addition to collections of agricultural literature. The chapters of this book include:...
18) Ducks, Geese and Turkeys: A Collection of Articles on the Methods and Equipment of Poultry Keeping
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Ducks, Geese and Turkeys - A Collection of Articles on the Methods and Equipment of Poultry Keeping contains information on the poultry business. It is intended to illustrate aspects of poultry farming and serves as a guide for anyone wishing to obtain a general knowledge of the subject and understand the field in its historical context.
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As pets or livestock, goats are increasingly popular animals on farms large and small. Easier and cheaper to keep than many larger animals, they will keep a pony company, pull a cart, and produce the perfect milk for many artisan cheeses or meat for some of the most up-and-coming ethnic cuisines. For anyone thinking of acquiring a goat or starting a herd--for whatever reason--this book is an essential resource. Written by an authority on goat breeding...
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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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