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Books > Professional & Technical > Agriculture & farming > Animal husbandry > General
The agricultural world of Old Testament Israel swarmed with
animals--birds, insects, fish, pack animals, pets, animals for
hunting, and domesticated herds of sheep, goats, and cattle. Using
information from the Bible, Ancient Near Eastern documents,
anthropology, and archaeology, Borowski synthesizes what we know
about the use of animals in biblical times for food, clothing,
transportation, and even cultic practices. This comprehensive
catalog is a convenient desk resource for any reader_whether
biblical scholar, archaeology student, or layperson. Essays on
pastoral systems, cult, and agricultural economics, makes this also
an important tool for researchers.
'It can be said at once that this book should be on the shelf of
every farmer and shepherd who owns a dog or who is contemplating
the purchase of one. Mr Holmes really gets behind the mind of the
dog and "what makes it tick". That is why his advice is so sound.'
- Farmer and Stockbreeder 'John Holmes has picked out the
essentials and backed them up with clear reasons with an enviable
skill... No better book could be recommended to a farmer, old or
young, who wishes to train working dogs for use with stock.' -
Journal of Farmers' Club 'Though The Farmer's Dog is essentially
intended for the bookshelves of the farmer, or working-dog owner,
there is much to interest all lovers of dogs in its pages ...
extremely well illustrated.' - Dog World 'He has an understanding
of dogs which has hardly been surpassed in the written word and if
you are at heart a dog-lover you will enjoy and profit from every
chapter.' - Farming News
The old-time shepherd - lamb in one hand, crook in the other - is
an emblem of sturdiness, dependability and independence. He was one
of the most important men on the farm, responsible for the care and
well-being of the flock, with which he might need to spend days and
nights out in open pastures. How did he manage his charges and his
own life? What skills and equipment did he use? How did sheep
farming change in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, and what
effect did those changes have on the shepherd's work? These are
some of the questions considered by this fully illustrated
exploration of shepherding life.
This volume emphasizes the application of modern biotechnological
approaches to the study and control of animal parasites. The book
begins by discussing molecular concepts and principles in general
before moving on to cover specific applications for endoparasites,
ectoparasites, and finally the hosts themselves. Animal Parasite
Control Utilizing Biotechnology will be an instrumental reference
in promoting a better understanding of the host-parasite
relationship and suggesting viable means of controlling
economically important parasite infections of animals. The book
will be invaluable to zoologists, parasitologists, microbiologists,
biochemists, geneticists, immunologists, physiologists, molecular
biologists, veterinarian and medical scientists, and advanced
students interested in the topic.
A fresh, new guide to the backyard lifestyle The homesteading
movement is continuing to grow, as more people are stepping up to
have a hand in where their food comes from. Whether you want to
dabble or immerse yourself completely in the do-it-yourself,
back-to-basics lifestyle, Welcome to the Farm is a comprehensive,
fully illustrated guide to growing the very best food right in your
own backyard. Shaye Elliott takes readers on a journey that teaches
them how to harvest baskets full of organic produce, milk a dairy
cow (and make butter), plant a homestead orchard, can jams and
jellies, and even raise chickens and bees. From her experience
running The Elliott Homestead, Shaye provides all the how-to wisdom
you need to know about: *The benefits of a home garden *The basics
of seed starting *Building your own greenhouse *What belongs in the
winter garden *Canning, freezing, and dehydrating techniques and
recipes *The pros and cons of caged vs. free-range chickens
*Keeping a dairy cow and what to do with all the milk *Raising
animals for meat *Making your own cider and wine *And so much more!
Welcome to the Farm is aimed to serve homesteaders and
urban-farmers alike, guiding them through the beginning stages of
small-area farming and utilizing whatever amount of space they have
available for optimal and delicious food production.
Owning chickens is fast becoming the latest in metropolitan chic.
If you can't own them, you'll still want to read about them-witness
the recent success of books such as "Extraordinary Chickens" and
"Living With Chickens." Another book is soon to hit the poultry
bestseller list: This hilarious account of a rookie poultry-owner's
experience raising birds in his backyard. Move over Julia Roberts
and Brad Pitt (both rumored to raise chickens), Martin Gurdon has
written the first "chicken memoir" of its kind. Bound to be a
classic, Hen and the Art of Chicken Maintenance follows the Gurdon
family through the ups and downs of this wonderful hobby. In
addition to providing eggs, the hens offer distractions from
everyday life-BB has terrific telephone etiquette, the spirited but
weak Yvette requires Gurdon to act as a personal trainer, and Wimpy
is soon renamed Psycho when she's allowed to brood three of her
eggs. The book chronicles the daily life of a chicken, including
dust baths, brutal pecking-order rituals, gender-bending
encounters, and, for its owner, the possibility of huge vet bills.
The relationship between bird and human is by turns heartwarming
and bewildering, but always entertaining. In fact, readers might
even learn a thing or two about raising chickens in this lively
book.
EXPLORING ANIMAL SCIENCE offers readers the perfect tool for
learning about animal agriculture: one that balances the academic
background critical to building a strong foundation in fundamental
science with the practical, production-oriented content vital to
work in the real world. Its coverage spans a variety of areas like
nutrition, anatomy and physiology, biotechnology, biosecurity, and
genetics and animal reproduction. Each topic is presented in a
straightforward manner that first investigates the basics, and then
delves further into its practical application to the production,
care, and management of animal agriculture. This unique approach is
sure to engage readers by drawing powerful connections between
academics and real-life animal-based scenarios and situations. It
also includes a wide range of activities that will take learning to
the next level, making it an appealing choice for anyone seeking a
strong, foundational knowledge of animal science.
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