This book deals with the concentrations and transformations of nutrient elements in soils, grassland plants and ruminants, particularly sheep and cattle. Data are restricted to those relevant to temperate grasslands. After an introductory chapter, the next 3 chapters deal with n…
"The objectives of this book are to review assessments made on the environmental effects of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) and to judge the contribution of agricultural policy to environmental quality in the European Union. It focuses on the role of agricultural policy in …
Management and economic factors of handling and transpórt. Behavioural principles of animal handling and transport. General principles of stress and wel-being. Welfare assessment and welfare problem areas during handling and transport. Behavioural principles of handling cattle a…
"The book is invaluable for advanced students, researchers and professionals in animal and veterinary sciences, animal behaviour and applied psychology as well as for livestock producers, regulatory bodies and animal welfare groups."--Jacket
Large animal internal medicine
Large animal internal medicine
"This comprehensive book covers all aspects of sheep health, husbandry and disease throughout the annual breeding cycle. Through extensive and detailed photographs it highlights the disease and welfare issues that can arise within the great variety of breeds and flock types. Wri…
"This comprehensive book covers all aspects of sheep health, husbandry and disease throughout the annual breeding cycle. Through extensive and detailed photographs it highlights the disease and welfare issues that can arise within the great variety of breeds and flock types. Wri…
Covers a range of topics relevant to the sheep and wool industry in the main regions of the world. This book also covers the major world sheep and wool industries, biological principles, management, production systems, and the preparation, processing and marketing of meat and wo…