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Atlas of Diseases & Disorders of Cattle |
Roger Blowey,
2003, hardback, 272 pages
Roger Blowey
provides farmers, smallholders and veterinary surgeons with an extensive account of
all the common diseases and disorders which cattle may encounter
worldwide.
The informative text is supported by more than 700
illustrations.
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R Kellaway,
2003, paperback, 200 pages
Effective
supplementary feeding of concentrates is critical to the success of
modern dairy farms. This revised edition focuses on feeding
concentrates to pasture fed cows to achieve higher milk production per
cow per hectare.
The author also assists farmers in deciding which
supplements give the best results.
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A Chamberlain
& J Wilkinson, 1996, paperback, 241 pages
A practical guide
for dairy farmers who wish to improve their herds' milk productivity by
devising a better nutritional strategy.
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Getting
Started with Beef and Dairy Cattle
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Heather Smith
Thomas, 2005, paperback, 224 pages
This US book
provides a beginners guide to the basics of raising a small herd.
Topics covered include selecting the right animals, how to raise a calf,
feeding, shelter, care, breeding, health, advice on milking and daily
management.
The author also discusses organic and natural farming
methods.
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Julius
Ruechel, 2006, paperback, 320 pages
The author provides
useful and practical advice to farmers and smallholders on how to
raise, manage and market grass fed cattle. Topics include herd
selection, breeding, yearly cycles, cultivating and maintaining healthy
soil and grass, fencing and pasture rotation, winter grazing, pests and
diseases and necessary equipment.
Marketing of the finished product is also discussed in some detail as
well as arranging for slaughter, record keeping and advice on turning
organic and how to lease or buy land. Published in the US.
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Guide
to Raising Beef Cattle |
Heather Smith
Thomas, 2000, paperback, 208 pages
The complete
handbook for all those already involved in beef farming as well as those
considering moving into the industry, or simply smallholders who wish to
raise a small herd themselves.
Topics covered include
health, how to prevent and remedy ailments, how to prepare comfortable
but low maintenance facilities, how to breed for specific genetic
attributes and how to sell and market your finished product to ensure
maximum return.
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Homoeopathic
Treatment of Beef & Dairy Cattle |
Christopher
Day, 1994, paperback, 200 pages
Written for both
the farmer and smallholder in mind, this book explains the reasoning
behind homeopathic medicine and provides practical advice on the various
treatment and management across the whole range of diseases and
conditions that a stockperson is likely to encounter.
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Chris
Watson, 2007, hardback, 192 pages
Lameness is the
third economically important disease affecting cattle. The
responsibility for dealing with it can fall on everyone involved in the
industry, from the stock person right through to the veterinary surgeon.
Chris Watson identifies all the common foot complaints, presents
practical step by step descriptions of the techniques and equipment
required, examines the techniques used for routine foot care and
describes the processes involved in lameness. Includes 150 colour
photographs.
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Bob Artley,
1996, paperback, 96 pages
This informative
book provides the reader with an invaluable insight into what it is
actually like living and working with cows throughout a typical
year.
Published in America, the book is aimed for those wishing to
start a cattle enterprise or for those who are simply curious on the
role of being a stockman.
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