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Author: Francine Bradley
Publisher: UCANR Publications
Published: 2007
Total Pages: 62
ISBN-13: 9781601074485
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis fun publication from the California 4-H program provides an outline so that youth can learn about birds through experiential learning. Includes materials for youth who do not own birds as well as those who do.
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Published: 2014
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ISBN-13: 9781430117223
DOWNLOAD EBOOKRead by Bonnie Kelley-Young From cuddly chick to mature hens and crowing roosters, the behavior, breeds and life cycles of these farmyard favorites is laid forth in this colorfully read, orderly presentation.
Author: Katie Smith Milway
Publisher: Kids Can Press Ltd
Published: 2020-04-07
Total Pages: 36
ISBN-13: 1894786092
DOWNLOAD EBOOKInspired by true events, One Hen tells the story of Kojo, a boy from Ghana who turns a small loan into a thriving farm and a livelihood for many.
Author: Shai Barbut
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Published: 2016-06
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ISBN-13: 9780889556256
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Jennifer Laffan
Publisher: NSW Agriculture
Published: 2011-10-05
Total Pages: 144
ISBN-13: 174256206X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKBeef AgSkills provides a basic guide to some of the skills and practices of beef production. The book contains step-by-step instructions, diagrams, and full-colour pictures. Some of the skills included are: · Drafting and counting cattle · Vaccinating · Heat detection · Problems with calving · Dehorning calves
Author: E B Sonaiya
Publisher: Daya Books
Published: 2007
Total Pages: 132
ISBN-13: 9788170355021
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis technical guide promotes sustainable small-scale, family based poultry production. It gives a comprehensive review of all aspects of small-scale poultry production in developing countries and includes sections on feeding and nutrition, housing, general husbandry and flock health. Regional differences in production practices are also described. The guide provides the technical and scientific building blocks needed to develop sustainable programmes for small-scale poultry production. It will be of practical value to those keeping or planning to keep poultry and as a valuable technical reference for poultry specialists, researchers, students and those interested in broader rural development issues. Contents Chapter 1: Introduction; Chapter 2: Species and Breeds; Chapter 3: Feed Resources; Chapter 4: General Management; Chapter 5: Incubation and Hatching; Chapter 6: Health; Chapter 7: Breed Improvement; Chapter 8: Production Economics; Chapter 9: Marketing; Chapter 10: Research and Development for Family Poultry.
Author: David Brouwer
Publisher: NSW Agriculture
Published: 2015-06-23
Total Pages: 285
ISBN-13: 1742561713
DOWNLOAD EBOOKFree range poultry sounds simple - and it can be given the right skills and reasonable expectations. This book has been written to provide easily consumed technical information and real-life examples from growers who range from large scale production to mixed farming of meat and egg production to help you get started in free range poultry. Topics covered include: - Sourcing stock - Pastures for poultry - Health management - Biosecurity - Regulations Plus nine case studies. Each case study is unique—just as your enterprise will be. The examples we use range from large-scale, highly sophisticated production and marketing units to a farm with an eclectic mixture of meat and egg organic production, and all points in between. AgGuides are compiled by highly regarded industry experts to provide easy to follow advice on agriculture and support the Tocal College external study program for agriculture. AgGuides are compiled by highly regarded industry experts to provide easy to follow advice on agriculture and support the Tocal College external study program for agriculture.
Author: Kelly Anne Jones
Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers
Published: 2015
Total Pages: 226
ISBN-13: 038575552X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThrough a series of letters, Sophie Brown, age twelve, tells of her family's move to her Great Uncle Jim's farm, where she begins taking care of some unusual chickens with help from neighbors and friends.
Author: Michael C. Appleby
Publisher: CABI
Published: 2004
Total Pages: 288
ISBN-13: 0851996671
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis authoritative textbook provides an introduction and guide to poultry behavior and welfare. It describes the origin and biology of the various species of bird that are of agricultural importance, as well as giving a succinct overview of their key behavior patterns. There is careful discussion of the many factors that influence their welfare, and detailed consideration of the ways in which legislation and commercial interests interact in an attempt to satisfy the many needs involved. The final chapters discuss possible future developments within the subject. The book is in part an update of a previous work, Poultry Production Systems: Behaviour, Management and Welfare (CABI, 1992), completely rewritten and with much new material added.
Author: Melissa Caughey
Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC
Published: 2015-04-01
Total Pages: 145
ISBN-13: 1612124194
DOWNLOAD EBOOKChickens make wonderful pets, and Melissa Caughey provides all the information kids need to raise healthy chickens and have lots of fun doing it. Covering everything from feeding, housing, and collecting eggs to quirky behaviors and humane treatment, Caughey’s engaging advice helps children understand the best ways to care for their chickens. Spark enthusiasm with creative activities like chicken forts and a veggie piñata for the flock, and feed more than the imagination with egg-centric dishes like Mexican egg pizza.
