August 2008



 

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Mastitis Control in Dairy Herds

Roger Blowey & Peter Edmondson, 1995, hardback, 204 pages

Although published ten years ago, this highly acclaimed book still expertly covers the causes and control of mastitis.  Issues discussed in detail include teat disinfections, treatments, dry therapy, somatic cell counts, TBC's and summer mastitis.
The guide also examines other conditions which affect the udder and teat.

REF:  CT019

£24.95



Old and Rare Breeds of Cattle

J Barnes, 2003, paperback, 90 pages

Explains the major breeds of cattle which are now deemed as being old or rare.

REF:  CT044

£12.00



Organic Livestock Farming

D Younie & J Wilkinson, 2001, paperback, 179 pages

With various media stories over the quality of food, more consumers are turning to the organic option.  This detailed and practical guide is written with both the newcomer and more experienced farmer in mind.
The book examines what is required to set up an organic enterprise, how to make your production successful, and more importantly how to effectively market the produce including milk, meat and eggs.

Usually dispatched within 4-6 weeks

REF:  CT021

£17.95



Practical Cattle Farming

Kat Bazeley & Alastair Hayton, 2007, hardback, 192 pages

Written by two experienced, practising veterinarians, this book covers the essential elements of beef and dairy cattle farming with the latest cutting edge scientific research.
With 150 colour photographs, the authors provide explanatory notes and detailed practical information.

Due to be published in December - prepublication orders now being accepted.

£19.95


 

Principles of Cattle Production

C Philips, 2001, paperback, 288 pages

Providing an analysis of the different methods of farming with dairy and beef cattle, particularly those systems which provide for optimum animal welfare.

REF:  CT022

£27.50



Raising a Calf for Beef

Phyllis Hobson, 1980, paperback, 121 pages

This US published title is ideal for beginners with useful advice on such issues as choosing a calf, building and maintaining housing, nutrition, feeding, daily care and butchering.

Usually dispatched within 4-6 weeks

REF:  CT037

£8.99



Rationing Beef Cattle

David Allen, 2001, paperback, 89 pages

David Allen examines the nutritional requirements of beef cattle including how to improve the quality and efficiency of the beef unit.

Usually dispatched within 4-6 weeks

   

REF:  CT023

£9.95



Reproduction in Cattle

Andy Peters, 2004, paperback, 248 pages

With 120 illustrations, this 3rd revised edition has been updated to include information on recent outbreaks of serious animal diseases, developments in artificial semination, new techniques for embryo transfer and improved selection indices in breeding.

REF:  CT033

£33.99



Small Scale Livestock Farming

Carol Ekarius, 2000, paperback, 217 pages

A grass based approach for health, sustainability and profit.  Carol Ekarius' natural, organic approach to livestock management can produce healthier animals, reduces feed and health care costs and therefore maximise profit.
Includes case studies of successful farmers, details of every facet of livestock farming and fascinating insights on how to work with nature rather than against it.  Published in the US. 

REF:  CT036

£14.99



Suckled Calf Production

Richard Fuller, 1998, paperback, 105 pages

Based on his own experiences, Richard Fuller examines all the issues and practicalities of calf production.  The chapters cover a range of topics including herd sizes, grazing and nutrition, breeding, calving and health.

Usually dispatched within 4-6 weeks

REF:  CT024

£15.95



The Behaviour of Cattle

J Albright, 1997, hardback, 352 pages

By understanding the behaviour of cattle, the author illustrates how this knowledge can contribute to improvements in care, management and in turn profit.  
Examples are drawn world wide to help clarify the issues and arguments as presented by the author.  The book tends to give more emphasis to dairy cattle, but beef and dual purpose are also mentioned.

Usually dispatched within 4-6 weeks

REF:  CT025

£65.00



The Best of Breeds

2004, hardback

Providing the reader with an informative guide on the history of Welsh Black cattle.

Usually dispatched within 4-6 weeks

REF:  CT026

£19.99




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