Breeding and Feeding Sheep
Author : James Wilbur Wilson
Publisher :
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 17,26 MB
Release : 1911
Category : Agriculture
ISBN :
Intensive Sheep Production in the Near East
Author : Soterios Economides
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org
Page : 67 pages
File Size : 11,72 MB
Release : 1983-01-01
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789251013991
Book Description
Introduction; Possibilities of increasing production; Construction and equipment; Management of breeding flock; Management of fattening.
Storey's Guide to Raising Sheep, 5th Edition
Author : Paula Simmons
Publisher : Storey Publishing, LLC
Page : 369 pages
File Size : 16,65 MB
Release : 2019-06-25
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 1612129803
Book Description
Storey’s Guide to Raising Sheep is the best-selling, most trusted reference for farmers and backyard homesteaders with any size flock. The fifth edition is now updated with full-color illustrations and photographs throughout, including a gallery of the best breed choices for both meat and fiber. With their small size and gentle dispositions, sheep are one of the easier livestock species to raise and offer varied marketing opportunities, including meat, wool, and milk. Detailed instructions and graphics lead readers through every essential procedure, including shearing, building a lambing shed, breeding and lambing, butchering, and marketing.
Sheep Nutrition
Author : M. Freer
Publisher : CABI
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 45,81 MB
Release : 2002-01-01
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780851998770
Book Description
This book provides a review of the current state of knowledge on all aspects of sheep nutrition. The main emphasis is on sheep grazing in systems that range from intensively utilized sown pastures to extensive rangelands.
Living with Sheep
Author : Geoff Hansen
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 259 pages
File Size : 19,55 MB
Release : 2007-02-01
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1599216515
Book Description
As one of the most popular and beloved farm animals, sheep provide owners with myriad goods from soft wool to fine meat, and, of course, companionship. Living with Sheep contains a wealth of knowledge about raising and caring for a flock of sheep, and is written for the would-be farmer, experienced shepherd and those who simply love the animals and the outdoors. This complete guide covers choosing and acquiring a flock of sheep, how to feed and shelter, prevent illness and treat it if it occurs, handling the breeding and lambing process, gathering wool, and much more.
The Field Guide to Fleece
Author : Carol Ekarius
Publisher : Storey Publishing
Page : 233 pages
File Size : 39,39 MB
Release : 2013-08-27
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1612121780
Book Description
With this compact portable reference in hand, crafters can quickly and easily look up any of 100 different sheep breeds, the characteristics of their fleece, and the kinds of projects for which their fleece is best suited. Each breed profile includes a photograph of the animal and information about its origin and conservation status, as well as the weight, staple length, fiber diameter, and natural colors of its fleece. This is a great primer for beginners, and a handy guide for anyone who loves working with fleece.
Managing Your Ewe
Author : Laura Lawson
Publisher : L D F Publications
Page : 339 pages
File Size : 48,49 MB
Release : 1993
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780963392312
Book Description
Sheep Breeding
Author : G. J. Tomes
Publisher :
Page : 608 pages
File Size : 48,19 MB
Release : 1979
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN :
Book Description
National Sheep Industries - Structure, Breeds and Objectives. Genetic Selection and breed Improvement. Group Breeding Schemes and Stud Breeding. Reproduction in the Ewe. Male Reproduction and Artificial Insemination.
How to Raise Sheep
Author : Philip Hasheider
Publisher : Voyageur Press (MN)
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 43,8 MB
Release : 2009-04-15
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780760334812
Book Description
A guide to raising sheep that covers production systems, breeds, housing, facilities, fences, enclosures, feeding, pasture management, predators, marketing meat and wool, environmental stewardship, and other related topics.
Beautiful Sheep
Author : Kathryn Dun
Publisher : Ivy Press
Page : 115 pages
File Size : 12,85 MB
Release : 2020-03-03
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1782407774
Book Description
This stunning collection of portraits shows sheep as you’ve never seen them before. Featuring commissioned studio photography of champion breeds styled to perfection prior to competition, the animals showcased here are works of ovine art. Beautiful color portraits of 42 different breeds from around the globe are accompanied by graphic charts containing all the essential breed information. There’s also a potted history of sheep, plus reportage photography of the behind-the-scenes primping and preening at the agricultural shows, to document the care lavished on prizewinning sheep as well as the nail-biting judging process. Whether you regard it as a photographic exposition, an amusing objet d’art, or a shepherd’s delight packed with visual and texual breed information, this is a unique giftbook destined to adorn coffee tables around the globe.
