Goat Science and ProductionISBN: 978-0-8138-0936-6
Hardcover
444 pages
March 2010, Wiley-Blackwell
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Goat Science and Production begins with an overview of current global production, giving the reader necessary context to enhance subsequent chapters on breed variety, genetics, animal evaluation, and functional anatomy and physiology. Later chapters expand on these concepts highlighting practical application affecting feeding practices, health and disease management, and housing requirements. Information on milk, meat, and fiber production is also addressed, along with a key chapter on formulating a business plan and marketing strategy. The book concludes with a thorough discussion on further needs in research and education providing direction for future progress.
Goat Science and Production is globally contributed and provides an essential introduction and reference for students, researchers, outreach personnel, and producers world-wide.
Key Features:
- Provides current information on science and production of meat, dairy, and fiber goats
- Reviews domestic and international production systems
- Discusses environmental impacts of goat production
- Includes coverage of economics and marketing of goat production