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An Introduction to Heritage Breeds

Saving and Raising Rare-Breed Livestock and Poultry

Alison Martin author D Phillip Sponenberg author Jeannette Beranger author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Workman Publishing

Published:6th May '14

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Developed for the particular needs of the working farm, heritage breeds have proved invaluable to small-scale agricultural production for centuries. This comprehensive guide explains why conserving heritage breeds remains important and how they often can be a better choice for the modern farmer than conventional animals. With profiles of heritage poultry, sheep, cattle, and more, you’ll learn how to select and successfully raise the breed that is right for your specific needs. Enjoy the benefits of resilient livestock while preserving genetic diversity for future generations.

ISBN: 9781612121253

Dimensions: 252mm x 178mm x 16mm

Weight: 660g

240 pages