Author: Ralph L. PhillipsPublisher: UCANR Publications
ISBN: 9781601073372
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 84
Book Description
Handbook for Raising Small Numbers of Sheep
Author: Ralph L. PhillipsPublisher: UCANR Publications
ISBN: 9781601073372
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 84
Book Description
Storey's Guide to Raising Sheep, 5th Edition
Author: Paula SimmonsPublisher: Storey Publishing, LLC
ISBN: 1612129803
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 369
Book Description
Storey’s Guide to Raising Sheep is the best-selling, most trusted reference for farmers and backyard homesteaders with any size flock. The fifth edition is now updated with full-color illustrations and photographs throughout, including a gallery of the best breed choices for both meat and fiber. With their small size and gentle dispositions, sheep are one of the easier livestock species to raise and offer varied marketing opportunities, including meat, wool, and milk. Detailed instructions and graphics lead readers through every essential procedure, including shearing, building a lambing shed, breeding and lambing, butchering, and marketing.
Your Sheep
Author: Paula SimmonsPublisher: Storey Publishing, LLC
ISBN: 1612123287
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 129
Book Description
Whether you're getting your first sheep or would like to learn more about caring for and showing the sheep you have, Your Sheep has the information you need to be successful. Paula Simmons and Darrell Salsbury cover everything you need to know, from choosing and buying the right sheep to feeding, heath care, shearing, showing, breeding, and lambing.
The Sheep Book
Author: Ronald B. ParkerPublisher: Swallow Press
ISBN:
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 348
Book Description
"The Sheep Book offers a template for both the beginner and the old hand. Mixing theoretical, technical and practical, Parker offers a buffet of tips for any sheep producer." --Joel Salatin, author of You Can Farm
How to Raise Sheep
Author: Philip HasheiderPublisher: Voyageur Press (MN)
ISBN: 9780760334812
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
A guide to raising sheep that covers production systems, breeds, housing, facilities, fences, enclosures, feeding, pasture management, predators, marketing meat and wool, environmental stewardship, and other related topics.
Small Farm Handbook, 2nd Edition
Author: Laura TourtePublisher: UCANR Publications
ISBN: 1601076983
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
Since its publication in 1994, the Small Farm Handbook has been an essential resource for California’s small farmers and the agricultural professionals advising them – selling over 4300 copies. Now this invaluable reference has been updated and expanded for today’s small-scale producers. The handbook covers three essential areas: Background skills and knowledge, the business side, and the farming side Within these broad areas you’ll find specific chapters on: Requirements for Successful Farming Growing Crops Raising Animals Farm and Financial Management Marketing and Product Sales Labor Management Also included are profiles of six small farm operators representing a sample of California’s diverse agriculture. Throughout you’ll get a look at emerging trends and issues for California agriculture and innovative methods for better production and management, all of which can lead to better farm performance. Drawing upon the knowledge of 32 experts from the University of California, No other publication covers the topics, issues, and facets of California’s small-scale agriculture with this depth or level of expertise. From the basics to risk management, specialty crops to marketing and product sales, this guide covers the gamut.
Storey's Guide to Raising Miniature Livestock
Author: Sue WeaverPublisher: Storey Publishing
ISBN: 1603424814
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 465
Book Description
Guides you through choosing, caring for, training, and breeding mini horses, donkeys, mules, pigs, cattle, sheep, goats, and llamas.
Small Farm Handbook
Author: Shirley HumphreyPublisher: UCANR Publications
ISBN: 9781879906235
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 184
Book Description
A guide to starting and operating a successful small farm.
Ultimate Guide to Hobby Farm Animals
Author: Sue WeaverPublisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
ISBN: 1637412835
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 786
Book Description
·Extensive sections devoted to the seven major farm animals, including profiles of the most popular breeds and varieties ·Detailed how-to chapters on the care, handling, feeding, health, and safety of each animal ·Special chapters devoted to the breeding and raising of young animals ·Recommendations for ways of capitalizing on your livestock's output, from selling eggs, milk, fiber, and so forth ·Tips for troubleshooting potential problems and warding off diseases, parasites, and predators ·New edition vetted and updated by Dr. Mark McConnon DVM, hobby farm professionals and veterinarians for the most up-to-date information available on the market for shelter, care, health, medicine, nutrition, behavior, marketing, and profit
The Backyard Sheep
Author: Sue WeaverPublisher: Storey Publishing, LLC
ISBN: 1603428488
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 225
Book Description
Raise a flock of sheep in your backyard. Even with a limited amount of space, you can enjoy homegrown fleece and fresh milk, as well as the endearing company of these family-friendly animals. Sue Weaver provides all the instructions you need for selecting a breed; housing and feeding; harvesting fleece; and milking. With simple recipes for making cheese and yogurt, and tips on processing fleece for wool, you’ll enjoy the varied and numerous rewards of keeping sheep.