Mason's World Dictionary of Livestock Breeds, Types and Varieties (Hardcover, 6th edition)

Mason's World Dictionary of Livestock Breeds, Types and Varieties, now in its sixth edition, has a long history as a reliable and authoritative source of key livestock breed information. Intended as a list of livestock names and synonyms for breeds, groups, types and varieties worldwide, the dictionary aims to include all names found in the literature, 'defining' each breed or type with a brief indication of identifying characteristics, uses and source of origin. Expanded into a new edition, this established and trusted resource: Extends coverage to include yak and camelids in addition to the existing cattle, sheep, pigs, goats, horses, asses and water buffalo.Features well over 10,000 entries and cross-references on breeds, sub-breeds, types, varieties, strains and lines of species.Covers newly created and now-recognised local breeds documented over the past two decades. An important updated work, Mason's Dictionary forms a useful reference for livestock breeders and academics interested in breeds, as well as national and international organizations with interests in livestock.

General

Imprint:	Cabi Publishing
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	June 2020
First published:	2020
Authors:	Valerie Porter
Dimensions:	246 x 189 x 28mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	448
Edition:	6th edition
ISBN-13:	978-1-78924-153-2
Categories:	Books > Sport & Leisure > Natural history, country life & pets > Farm & working animals Books > Reference & Interdisciplinary > Encyclopaedias & reference works > Reference works > General Books > Science & Mathematics > Biology, life sciences > Zoology & animal sciences > General Books > Professional & Technical > Agriculture & farming > Animal husbandry > Animal breeding
LSN:	1-78924-153-7
Barcode:	9781789241532

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