Essential, practical guidance for every poultry keeper—from backyard hobbyists to small breeders. This authoritative volume covers the breeding and management of profitable and ornamental poultry, with practical instruction on housing, feeding, egg production, and show quality.
Drawing on expert contributors and including detailed notes on popular breeds, the book compiles clear, actionable steps for creating healthy flocks, arranging suitable houses and yards, and understanding the standards of exhibition birds.
Ideal for readers who want reliable, illustrated, and field‑tested guidance on keeping and showing poultry.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive guide to the art and science of poultry keeping, offering practical advice and insights from leading experts of the era. The author delves into every aspect of poultry care, from constructing the ideal poultry house and yard to understanding the nutritional needs of different breeds. The book explores the importance of providing a suitable environment for chickens, including the creation of comfortable roosting spaces and carefully designed nests. It also examines the crucial role of feeding in maintaining the health and productivity of chickens, outlining the essential components of a balanced diet and the comparative values of various grains and other food sources. The author delves into the fascinating world of the sitting hen, discussing the mysterious instincts that drive this natural behavior and offering practical tips for encouraging hens to sit and rear healthy broods. The book concludes with a detailed look at common poultry diseases, equipping readers with the knowledge they need to identify and address health issues. This comprehensive guide provides invaluable knowledge for those seeking to cultivate thriving poultry flocks and enjoy the rewards of successful poultry keeping. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333847784_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333847784
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333847784
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Vendeur : moluna, Greven, Allemagne
Etat : New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from The Poultry Book: Comprising the Breeding and Management of Profitable and Ornamental Poultry, Their Qualities and Characteristics To Which Is Added the Standard of Excellence in Exhibition Birds, Authorized by the. N° de réf. du vendeur 2148088742
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