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An understanding of sustainability in animal production is becoming increasingly necessary since the global demand for food is expected to dramatically increase in the coming decades. In this context, raising animals for the production of food will become increasingly challenging. Farm animals should not adversely compete with humans for their own sustenance, and food of [...]
A book for every goat owner’s library. This book has been a long-time undertaking, and the pages herein are a compilation of experiences and expertise gained over twenty-five years of owning and caring for pygmy goats. The enclosed information is not intended to be all inclusive nor the final word on pygmy goats, but rather [...]
Mycoplasmas cause some of the most serious and economically significant diseases in livestock and pose major problems for animal health authorities worldwide. Infection has spread in the last five years to new regions and species, but little effective control is available, particularly in developing countries.
This work encapsulates the latest research and development on mycoplasmas [...]
This is a must-have book for all professional hog farmers! It contains full detailed descriptions on anatomy, and very helpful step-by-step guides and checklists on swine care. Virtually all known pig diseases are comprehensively covered, including history, diagnosis and treatment. Pictures and diagrams make it easy to understand, especially for non-veterinarians.
The ninth and latest edition [...]
A cautionary tale by novelist Davies (Dollarville, not reviewed), who tries to unravel the mystery of the 20th century’s greatest epidemic.On the surface, this is a treasure hunt for tissue samples sufficient to map the genome of the influenza virus that caused the forgotten influenza pandemic estimated to have killed 40 million people worldwide in [...]
This book is an indispensable resource for pet owners. This attractive, easy-to-read, yet comprehensive guide offers pet owners step-by-step instructions on how to find, prepare, and use herbs to treat common pet ailments.
The Tilfords’ book introduces readers to hundreds of plant medicines that can be used in the daily care of animals. The authors, both [...]
The Handbook of Processed Meats and Poultry Analysis provides an overview of the analytical tools currently available for the analysis of meat and poultry products. This book describes the role of these techniques for processing control and evaluation of the final quality. It also presents analytical methodologies to assure the control of different safety concerns [...]
Whether you just want your breakfast eggs fresh from the nest box or want to savor a most succulent and tasty roast chicken dinner, made all the more enjoyable because you know that the bird had a good life, this realistic and honest no-nonsense guide will help you to achieve both. Enjoy eggs both fresher [...]
Veterinary Pharmacovigilance: Adverse Reactions to Veterinary Medicinal Products is an in-depth examination of veterinary pharmacovigilance, looking at the scientific methodologies involved, the role of regulatory agencies and legislation, and the underpinning science. Edited by a renowned expert, with over 20 years experience in the field, it draws together the expertise of authors from around the [...]
Modern Livestock and Poultry Production, 8th Edition, entices and engages readers with new, full-color photographs and illustrations, and up-to-date comprehensive information covering agriscience and production information for major and minor livestock and poultry animals. Having undergone extensive updates, the text now includes materials on biosecurity, animal ID, and vertical integration, while still incorporating vital agriscience [...]