Storey's Guide to Raising Beef Cattle, 4th Edition
Author | : Heather Smith Thomas |
Publisher | : Storey Publishing, LLC |
Total Pages | : 607 |
Release | : 2018-11-27 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781635860412 |
ISBN-13 | : 1635860415 |
Rating | : 4/5 (12 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: Whether a farmer is raising one cow or a herd, Storey’s Guide to Raising Beef Cattle is the most reliable reference for ensuring a successful, healthy cattle operation. In this fully updated, full-color fourth edition, long-time cattle rancher and author Heather Smith Thomas explains every aspect of bovine behavior and provides expert guidance on breed selection, calving, feeding, housing, pasture, and health care. Along with in-depth information on raising grass-fed animals, there is also advice on creating a viable business plan and identifying niche markets for selling beef. This publication conforms to the EPUB Accessibility specification at WCAG 2.0 Level AA.