The Farmer's Animals
How They Are Bred and Reared

Originally published in 1943, this book presents a concise guide to the art of managing livestock aimed at younger readers.

Frank H. Garner (Author)

9781107629509, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 6 March 2014

118 pages
20.3 x 12.7 x 0.7 cm, 0.14 kg

Originally published in 1943, this book presents a concise guide to the art of managing livestock aimed at younger readers. Information regarding various breeds is kept to a minimum so as to give as much space as possible to the general principles applicable to many types of animal. Photographic figures are also included. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in British agriculture, animal husbandry and the history of farming.

Preface
1. The uses of farm animals
2. General management of farm
3. From calf to dairy cow
4. Cattle for the meat market
5. Sheep
6. Pigs
7. From the foal to the working horse
8. Poultry
9. Goats.

Subject Areas: Animal behaviour [PSVP]