Storey's Guide to Raising Beef Cattle

Part of Storey's flagship series of best-selling animal husbandry handbooks, this guide provides thorough information on raising beef cattle.

ISBN10: 1580173276
ISBN13: 9781580173278
Number Of Pages: 352
Publication Date: 19980105
Publisher: Workman
Binding: Paperback
SKU: 9781580173278
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Whether you’re raising one cow or a herd, this comprehensive guide shows you everything you need to know to successfully manage your beef cattle operation. Heather Smith Thomas stresses the importance of understanding bovine behavior while covering breed selection, calving, feeding, housing, medical care, and humane slaughter practices. Along with in-depth information on raising grass-fed animals and dealing with toxic pasture plants, you’ll also find advice on creating a viable business plan and identifying niche markets for your beef.