| Animal Genetics - The Science of Animal Breeding Contributor(s): Crew, F. A. (Author) |
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ISBN: 1443735337 ISBN-13: 9781443735339 Publisher: Home Farm Books OUR PRICE: $47.49 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: November 2008 Annotation: Originally published in London 1925. A comprehensive study of the biology and genetics involved in all aspects of stock breeding whether it be fowl, sheep, pig, dog, horses, and cattle. The contents are well illustrated. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Home Farm Books are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Technology & Engineering | Agriculture - Animal Husbandry - Medical | Genetics - Science | Life Sciences - Biology |
| Dewey: 636.082 |
| Physical Information: 1.13" H x 5.5" W x 8.5" (1.56 lbs) 442 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: First published in 1925, "Animal Genetics" is a vintage treatise on breeding animals, including fowl, sheep, pig, dog, horses, and cattle. Animal breeding is a branch of animal science that deals with evaluating the genetic value of livestock. The ability to select animals with superior EBV in growth rate, meat, milk, egg, or wool production has revolutionised livestock farming around the world, and this handy volume aims to present the livestock keeper with everything they might need to know. With a wealth of invaluable information and many handy tips, Animal Genetics" is not to be missed by those with a practical interest in breeding animals for profit or pleasure. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on farming. |