Description
Whether you're running a farm or interested in keeping a few backyard birds, Storey's Guide to Raising Poultry covers everything you need to know to successfully raise your own chickens, turkeys, waterfowl, and more. Stressing humane practices throughout, Glenn Drowns provides expert advice on breed selection, housing, feeding, behavior, breeding, health care, and processing your own meat and eggs. With tips on raising specialty species like doves, ostriches, and peafowl, you'll be inspired to experiment with new breeds and add diversity to your poultry operation.
Author: Glenn Drowns
Publisher: Storey Publishing
Published: 05/22/2012
Pages: 454
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.60lbs
Size: 8.90h x 5.90w x 1.20d
ISBN13: 9781612120003
ISBN10: 1612120008
BISAC Categories:
- Technology & Engineering | Agriculture | Animal Husbandry