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Storey's guide to raising beef cattle : health, handling, breeding Cover Image Book Book

Storey's guide to raising beef cattle : health, handling, breeding

Thomas, Heather Smith 1944- (author.).

Summary: Whether you’re raising one cow or a herd, this comprehensive guide shows you everything you need to know to successfully manage your beef cattle operation. Heather Smith Thomas stresses the importance of understanding bovine behavior while covering breed selection, calving, feeding, housing, medical care, and humane slaughter practices. Along with in-depth information on raising grass-fed animals and dealing with toxic pasture plants, you’ll also find advice on creating a viable business plan and identifying niche markets for your beef.

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  • ISBN: 9781635860399
  • ISBN: 1635860393
  • ISBN: 9781635860405
  • ISBN: 1635860407
  • Physical Description: viii, 308 pages : color illustrations ; 25 cm.
  • Edition: 4th edition.
  • Publisher: North Adams, MA : Storey Publishing, [2018]

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Bibliography, etc. Note: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Formatted Contents Note: Breeds and genetics : an overview -- Handling and behavior of beef cattle -- Issues in buying and selling -- General guidelines for raising beef cattle -- Pasture, fencing and facilities -- Feeding cattle -- Keeping cattle healthy -- Growing and breeding heifers -- Care of the pregnant cow -- Calving -- Care of the newborn calf -- Calf health -- Weaning the calves -- Rebreeding.

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Nakusp Public Library 636.2 THO (Text) 35160000784877 Adult Non-fiction Volume hold Available -
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