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ANIMALS
- Beef,
Dairy, Goats, Horses,
Livestock, Pigs, Poultry,
Sheep.
BEEF - (See also the LIVESTOCK section)
ABATTOIR AND MEAT PROCESSING INDUSTRY IN GREAT BRITAIN (THE) - Meat and Livestock Commission - This high quality report discusses the extensive changes taken place in the industry, the current state and the future through to 2010, is considered. It contains much information not available elsewhere. 1999 £275.00
INTERNATIONAL BEEF MARKET (THE) - The Meat and Livestock Commission - This new report contains a detailed analysis of both the UK and EU beef market, as well as the world's leading producing/trading countries. It is a comprehensive source of information and data on the international beef market. 2001 £75.00
LEGUMES FOR MILK AND MEAT - R D Sheldrick, G Newman and D J Roberts:- A practical guide for the farmers who wishes to reduce feed costs and rely more on home-grown forage crops. £14.50
MEAT BUSINESS (THE) - DEVOURING A HUNGRY PLANET - Geoff Tansey and Joyce D'Silva - This book challenges the dominant food production and distribution system which still leaves 800 million people hungry. 1999 £16.99
MEAT PLANT OPERATIONS - J F Gracey:- Guide for operatives and managers who wish to be fully conversant with techniques and equipment used in meat plants, including legal and scientific issues involved in operating a meat plant to high standards of hygiene and safety. £18.95
RATIONING BEEF CATTLE - Dr David Allen:- Guide to help improve performance and efficiency on beef units, together with an easy to use method for calculating rations. 2nd edition. £9.95
SUCKLED CALF PRODUCTION - Richard Fuller:- Fully updated guide to manage suckler cows and their calves, based on practical experience. £15.95
DAIRY (See also the LIVESTOCK section)
CALVING THE COW & CARE OF THE CALF - Eddie Straiton - The author, whose vveterinary skills pioneered caesarean section in the cow in 1945, gives the reader the benefit of his experience in this colour illustrated book. The concise text is a study of natural bovine birth and the techniques evolved from it. This fifth edition is a must for all farmers and smallholders. 2002 - 5th edition. HB. £18.99
DAIRYING - Using science to meet consumers needs - Edited by E Kebreah, J Mills and D Beever - Dairying once again finds itself at a crossroads. Increasingly producers and scientists need to harness their knowlegde and expertise to meet consumers' demands of quality milk and milk products. 2003 £37.50
EXPECTANT DAIRY COW (THE) - J Hill and A H Andrews:- A detailed guide to the nutrition and health of the dairy cow from conception to calving, with special emphasis on the dry period. £16.95
FEEDING THE DAIRY COW - A T Chamberlain and J M Wilkinson:- A comprehensive guide for farmers and advisers for solving nutritional problems and improving diets for efficient milk production. £19.95
FEED INTO MILK - A new applied feeding system for dairy cows - Edited by C Thomas - Strategic research in ruminant nutrition has greatly improved our outstanding of the processes involved in the conversion of feed to milk. However, the lack of an up to date framework to incorporate this knowledge into support systems has meant that much of the technology has not been transferred into practice in a way that can aid the sustainability of milk production systems. 2004 £35.00
HEALTH OF DAIRY CATTLE (THE) - A H Andrews - This book provides an understanding of lactational physiology and covers the major aspects of health care, as well as dealing with diseases and disorders and their prevention and control. 2000 £65.00
LEGUMES FOR MILK AND MEAT - R D Sheldrick, G Newman and D J Roberts:- A practical guide for the farmers who wishes to reduce feed costs and rely more on home-grown forage crops. £14.50
MAIZE: PRODUCING AND FEEDING MAIZE SILAGE - J M Wilkinson, D M Allen and G Newman:- Practical guide to growing, harvesting, ensiling and feeding cattle on maize silage; also includes composition and feeding values. £9.95
MASTITIS CONTROL IN DAIRY HERDS - Roger Blowey and Peter Edmondson - This highly respect book covers causes and control of mastitis. 2000. HB. £24.95
VETERINARY BOOK FOR DAIRY FARMERS - Roger Blowey - The standard text for college courses and an essential tool in the fight to keep stock in first-class condition and optimise productivity. 3rd edition. HB. £34.95
GOATS
ALL ABOUT GOATS - Lois Hetherington, J Matthews,L F Jenner - A complete guide to keeping goats, including housing, feeding and breeding, rearing young, milking, dairy produce and by-products and showing. Information on breeds and how to get started. Veterinary section by John Matthews. 3rd edition, 2002 £15.99
DISEASES OF THE GOAT - J Matthews - The standard book on the subject has been thoroughly revised and updated to include the latest treatment techniques. 1999 - 2nd edition - £42.50
GOAT FARMING - Alan Mowlem - A complete guide to commercial goat farming, dealing with all aspects of the business and based on scientific principles combined with practical working experience. Covers housing and fencing, feeding and nutrition, breeding, kid rearing, health and disease, milking and milk products, fibre production and meat. 2nd edition. HB. £15.95
GOATS - A GUIDE TO MANAGEMENT - Patricia Ross - Aimed at small scale operators, it is designed for those with limited resources. Covers all aspects of husbandry. PB. £9.99
GOAT KEEPERS VETERINARY BOOK - Peter Dunn - Practical and easy to use, this is the standard veterinary reference work for goatkeepers containing information of the symptoms and control of all the major goat diseases. 203. 4th edition. HB. £14.95
PRACTICAL GOAT KEEPING - Alan Mowlem - The author provides essential information for successful goat keeping including breeding, kid rearing, milk and goat fibre production, health and disease, showing and profitable goat keeping. 2001. HB. £16.99
HORSES
BASIC DRESSAGE - Barbara Ripman - Designed for the beginner who wishes to achieve a fairly advanced standard of dressage. PB. £8.99
BASIC JUMPING - Carol Foster - Complete introduction for every horse rider to devlop skills and confidence in jumping. PB. £8.99
BASIC TACK - Vanessa Britton - An excellent introductory guide which demystifies the vast and much misunderstood subject of horse tack. PB. £8.99
BHS COMPLETE MANUAL OF STABLE MANAGEMENT - Islay Auty - Required reading for students and invaluable to amateurs and professional alike; the new fully updated edition provides a single source of reference. £19.95
BHS MANUAL OF EQUITATION - Islay Auty - Essential for students taking BHS exams, and invaluable for all riders; the offical handbook on riding and training the horse has been fully revised. Part one: Training the Rider. Part two: Training the Horse. 2001 £14.95
BHS RIDING AND ROADCRAFT - The BHS Riding and Road Safety Manual - B H S - The textbook for the BHS Riding and Road Safety Test. All riders should read and follow the advice in this manual. Includes first aid techniques. 11th edition £5.95
BHS TREC _ Rob Jones for the BHS - BHS Trec is fast becoming a popular and international equestrian discipline. The competition is designed to test a horse/rider combination through a wide range of activities, and combines the requirements of trail riding, with jumping, flatwork and obedience. This book is the offical guide to training, preparation and competition skills, including training tips on route copying, route finding, timing, and mounted and dismounted obstacles. 2005 Autumn £16.95 Approx
BHS VETERINARY MANUAL - Peter S Hastie - For all horse owners, and essential reading for all students and exam candidates preparing for exams up to BHSI level. 2001 £29.95
BRITISH EQUESTRIAN DIRECTORY 2006 - Equestrian Management Consultants Ltd - Who and what everyone equestrian needs to know….can be found in the British Equestrian Directory (BED). By bringing together more than 21,0000 equine professionals, specialists and businesses, BED offers instant access to the entire British equestrian community. Dec-05 £17.50
CLASSICAL RIDING NOTEBOOK - Michael J Stevens - Of great interest to both the novice and the advanced rider, with many thought-provoking ideas. £15.95
COMPLETE HOLISTIC CARE AND HEALING FOR HORSES - The Owners Veterinary Guide to Alternative Methods and Remedies - Mary Brennan - Alternative medicine is increasingly being used, and here is a comprehensive, truly authoritative, substantial guide to it all, including latest research. 2001 £27.50
CROSS COUNTRY - With Blyth Tait - Being able to do it brillantly, and to write about it clearly, is a rare skill indeed - and one that World and Olympic champion Blyth Tait has in abundance. For years to come we will see this picture-by-picture masterclass being studied by competitors at all levels walking the course, and by spectators too. 2004. HB. £25.00
CURING BAD HABITS - Karen Bush - Excellent guide to assessing and resolving the problems that are commonly encountered in all areas of horse management. PB. £8.99
DESIGN AND BUILD A CROSS COUNTRY COURSE - Hugh Morshead - A practical, no-nonsence guide to designing and building cost-effective cross country fences and course at all levels, from practice fences at home up to three-day event standard 2005 £25.00
DRESSAGE TIPS AND TRAINING SOLUTIONS - Petra Holzel, Wolfgang Holzel and Martin Plewa - The ultimate problem-solving manual, from novice to Grand Prix. Based on the German training system it is essential reading to cope with those occasions when things do not go exactly to plan. 2001 £16.95
EQUINE NUTRITION - Derek Cuddeford - An illustrated, practical guide advising the horse owner how to assess the individual horse's nutritional needs in the most effective and economical way, which will reduce feed and veterinary bills and enhance the horse's quality of life. 2003. PB. £12.99
EQUINE SCIENCE - Sarah Pilliner and Zoe Davies - Equine Science provides all the essential scientific knowledge students require. Describing the structure and function of the various body stystems and clearly explaining the scientific rationale behind modern horse husbandry practices this book has been specifically written for students. 2004 £25.99
FITNESS IN THE HORSE - Susan McBane - Susan McBane explains what fitness is and how is affects general health and capability, and advises how to achieve ultimate fitness for your horse. 2002. PB. £12.99
HANDLING AND UNDERSTANDING THE HORSE - Marcy and Tony Pavord - This vital guide will help you avoid needless cost, anxiety and heartache by teaching you how to form a relationship with your horse based on trust and harmony. £17.99
HEALTHY HORSE (THE) - Janet L Eley - The healthy horse comprehensively covers everything you need to know about keeping your horse in optimum condition, removing much of the anxiety and confusion often associated with horse care. £18.95
HORSE AND PONY AILMENTS - RECOGNITION AND TREATMENT - Eddie Straiton - The No 1 guide to horse and pony ailments written by the 'TV Vet', deserves prominence on all horse owners' bookshelves. This bestseller's concise, clear text is supported by superb colour photographs. 2001 £16.99
HORSE'S MUSCLES IN MOTION - Sara Wyche - Sara Wyche explains to the reader the way in which muscles work and how to look after them to avoid serious injury. To obtain the best performance from your horse, do not miss this excellent book packed with detailed diagrams. 2002. HB. £16.99
HORSE OWNER'S SURVIVAL GUIDE - Carolyn Henderson - Keeping a horse is a commitment that demands a high amount of dedication, time, hard work and money. It is not so much a hobby as a way of life and the highs and lows can soar from one extreme to the other. £14.99
LOOKING AFTER A DONKEY - Dorothy Morris - This book has been reprinted for the 2nd time by popular demand. It has proved to be a classic of caring management of these most attractive of equines. 2000. PB. £10.99
MASSAGE TECHNIQUES FOR HORSE AND RIDER - Mary Bromiley - Mary Bromiley explains the different massage disciplines and examines the body symptoms of horse and riser as they relate to massage. Illustrated throughout, this authoritative and practical book is essential reading for horse owners and riders. 2002. HB. £15.99
NATURAL HORSE (THE) - Audrey Townley - An important study of the horse itself and how to examine the natural qualities and gain a better understanding of this unique animal. Superby illustrated throughout, this is a must for all horse lovers. 2003. PB. £12.99
NATURAL RIDING - Audrey Townley - The author explains how to improve riding techniques through the development of greater harmony between horse and rider. Extensively illustrated, this book is essential for riders of all standards. 2003. PB. £12.99
NO FOOT, NO HORSE: FOOT BALANCE, THE KEY TO SOUNDNESS AND PERFORMANCE - Gail Williams and Martin Deacon - Studies show that foot imbalance predisposes upto 95% of all horses to injury. This book describes how good farriery, and paying attention to foot balance can maintain and enhance performance. £18.95
POINT-TO-POINTING IN OUR TIME - Michael Williams - Michael Williams must be just about the only person who would have written this book. A writer who can make the great events, personalities, courses and horses come to life; the sport is in his blood. £18.95
PROFESSIONAL HANDBOOK OF THE DONKEY - Compiled for The Donkey Sanctuary by Dr Elisabth D Svendsen MBE - Here is the most comprehensive volume of information on the donkey, written by experts in each fields involved. All donkey owners will find the sections on general care, breeding, showing and driving invaluable. 3rd edition 1997. PB. £14.99
PRINCIPLES OF DRIVING - German National Equestrian Federation - The Principles of Driving provides thorough and detailed instruction for training the driver and horse, using the world-renowed German training system, based on the acclaimed Achenbach method. 2002 £18.95
REAL LIFE DRESSAGE - Carl Hester with Polly Ellison - Carl shares his training system and philosopy on horses and dressage - in fantastic photos and, in his own words, 'jargon-fee and down to earth'. 2004 £19.95
SHETLAND PONIES - Valerie Russell - The best loved of our nativ ponies, and one of the naughtiest is described and detailed. Sections included how to select a pony to suit your purposes; how to manage it, show it and breed. 1996 £15.99 HB
SHOW JUMPING FOR FUN OR GLORY - A training Manual for Sucessful Show Jumping at All levels - Ernest Dillon and Helen Revington - The core of the book covers jumping training, introducing horse and rider to simple polework and later gymnastic grids. £18.95
TEACHING CHILDREN TO RIDE - Jane Wallace - For everyone teaching 4-12 year olds at riding schools, pony clubs or at home. Lessons plans, exercises, new ideas and teaching techniques for children of different ages and abilities. By a well-lnown author, respected trainer and mother of two pony-mad sons. 2002 £12.95
WORKING HORSE MANUAL - Diana Zeuner - The Working Horse Manual shows how heavy horses are used today. £19.95
LIVESTOCK
ALTERNATIVE FORAGES FOR RUMINANTS - G P F Lane and J M Wilkinson:- An up to date practival review of a wide range of forage crops, including aspects of production, utilisation and the economic issues involved in alternative forages. £13.50
ANIMAL HEALTH - D Sainsbury - This book gives a concise account of the factors affecting the health of livestock under modern conditions of husbandry and describes the most important diseases. 1998, 2nd edition £19.99
ANIMAL NUTRITION - J F D Greenhalgh, C A Morgan, R Edwards, P McDonald - The latest edition of this classic text, now in a larger format with improved artwork, continues to provide a clear and comprehensive introduction to the science and practice of animal nutrition. 6th edition, 2002 £39.99
ANIMAL WELFARE - Colin Spedding - This book charts new ground in its definition of 'animal welfare' and will be a major contributor to the present and future work improving the welfare of every individual animal. 2000 £16.99
BLACK'S VETERINARY DICTIONARY - Edward Boden - In its encyclopaedic form, this dictionary is the recognised reference book for veterinary surgeons, students and journalist. The range of animals and topics mentioned has been increased to include such matters of recent interest as BSE and Foot and Mouth disease. 20th edition £25.00
CALF REARING - Bill Thickett, Dan Mitchell & Bryan Hallows - For specialist calf rearers and farmers rearing diary replacements, this book offers practical guidance on proven methods as experienced in a variety of situations. Includes details on the main housed rearing systems, the management of calves from birth to twelve weeks, calf physiology and nutrition, housing designs and calf health. PB. 2003 £14.99
CATTLE LAMENESS AND HOOF CARE - Roger Blowey - A fully illustrated guide to the causes and prevention of cattle lameness. Common foot disease are fully described. 1995. HB. £17.95
CATTLE AILMENTS - RECOGNITION AND TREATMENT - Eddie Straiton - Now in its 7th edition, this is a concise, clear reference manual to cattle ailments, their recognition and treatment. The colour photographs have been specially taken for this book, which is highly recommended for all involved with the care of cattle. 7th edition. HB. £16.99
DALTON'S INTRODUCTION TO PRACTICAL ANIMAL BREEDING - M B Willis - This established textbook explains the theoretical basis of Mendelism, popular genetics, selections and breeding - and their application in practical terms. 1998 £17.99
DICTIONARY OF FARM ANIMAL BEHAVIOUR - J F Hurnik, A B Webster and P B Siegel - Defines terms and colloquial expressions used in animal agriculture, animal science and veterinary medicine. 1995 £21.95
ENERGY NUTRITION IN RUMINANTS - E R Orskov and M Ryle - Detailed review of an important subject. Written for advanced students and teachers with each chapter fully referenced, this guide is essential reading for all involved in ruminant nutrition. £14.50
FARM ANIMAL BEHAVIOUR AND WELFARE - A F Fraser and D M Broom - 1996 - 3rd edition - £27.50
FARM ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES - Edited by G Simm, B Villanuva, KD Sinclair and S Townsend - The papers in this volume have been written to create awareness of, and to discuss key issues in this field, such as policy, the genetic basis for conservation, new opportunities for rare breeds, molecular and reproductive techniques to support conservation and conservation in action. 2004 £39.50
FARM ANIMAL WELFARE - SOCIAL, BIOETHICAL AND RESEARCH ISSUES - B E Rollin - Humane treatment of animals confined in large-scale production facilties is defined and explored in this work. £15.99
FEEDS DIRECTORY COMMODITY PRODUCTS GUIDE - Dr W M Ewing - Features over 100 products ranging from soya bean meal and peas to molasses to cotton seed meal. Product information, feed value, usage guidelines, analysis and much more are provided to help improve your feed decisions. 1998 £35.00
FEED DIRECTORY BRANDED PRODUCTS GUIDE - Dr W M Ewing - Features information on many of the leading branded feedstuffs. It provides descriptions, nutritional analysis, full product benefits and usage guidelines tailored for most animals and age. Storage advice, GM status, composition, palatability and target diets are also included, together with contact details of the manufacturers. 2002 £35.00
FEEDING OF RUMINNANTS (THE) - E R Orskov:- Written in an easy to read style so you can understand both the principles of ruminant nutrition and their application in practice. £9.95
FEED COMPOSITION- Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food:- The offical UK tables of feed composition and nutrition value for ruminants. Full details of digestibility, metabolisable energy value, protein and chemical composition for over 80 feeds. 2nd edition £25.00
FOOD, FARMING AND THE COUNTRYSIDE - David Charles - This book deals with the development of food and agriculture during the period of written history and with the ancient origins of animal and crop husbandry. It also discusses the development of the intensive sectors, using pigs and poultry as examples. In summing up ther are allusions to the future. In the epilogue the author offers some personal reflections on the changes in food and agriculrure in living memory. 2002 £17.95
FEEDS DIRECTORY COMMODITY PRODUCTS GUIDE - Dr W M Ewing - Features over 100 products ranging from soya bean meal and peas to molasses to cotton seed meal. Product information, feed value, usage guidelines, analysis and much more are provided to help improve your feed decisions. 1998 £33.00
FEED DIRECTORY BRANDED PRODUCTS GUIDE - Dr W M Ewing - Features information on many of the leading branded feedstuffs. It provides descriptions, nutritional analysis, full product benefits and usage guidelines tailored for most animals and age. Storage advice, GM status, composition, palatability and target diets are also included, together with contact details of the manufacturers. 2002 £20.00
GUIDE TO STOCK FENCING - Andy Radford - Whether you need a fence that will protect large livestock such as cattle and horses, or an enclosure for a few chickens, or any size of stock enclosure in between, A Guide to Stock Fencing contains a wealth of practical information and advice. HB.. 2002. £14.99
LIVESTOCK AND MEAT SECTORS OF THE 10 NEW MEMBER STATES (THE) - M L C This is a strategic analysis of the market situation and the impact of enlargement on the EU. The book is unique in focusing on the meat sectors of the ten new member states. It identifies the key trends in these countries and assesses where there are opportunities for trade, both now and in the future. 2004 £175.00
LIVESTOCK AND WEALTH CREATION - Edited by E Owne, A Kitalyi, N Jayasuriya and T Smith - This unique book is the product of a south/north, east/west collaboration, involving some 90 contributors from 25 countries. It will be invaluale to all concerned with livestock keeping and poverty alleviation in developing countries. It is above the role of livestock in developing countries and portrays how improved husbandry practices can affect the livelihoods of livestock keepers. It emphasises ways of improving small-scale enterprises and subsistence livestock-keeping. 2005 £40.00
LIVESTOCK BIODIVERSITY - Stephen J G Hall - Growing awareness of the importance of conserving the biodiversity of livestock breeds is paralleled by genetic advances that will help objective planning of conservation. This is the first book to collate the contributions of genetics, animal breeding, animal production and sustainable development. The book is authoriatative, yet readable. 2005 £59.50
LIVESTOCK ETHICS - Gordon Gatward - What is ethical in livestock farming? How should a livestock production system by judged? The ethical basis for different methods of husbandry is outlined and discussed in this important new book. Vital for all involved in farm animals and food production. 2002 £16.50
NUTRICINES - Food components in health and nutrition - - Clifford A Adams - Nutricines - components of food which are considered for their beneficial effect upon health rather than their direct contribution to nutrition - play different but important roles in delaying the onset of diseases, controlling microbial spoilage of food, improving the digestion of food and helping the absorption of nutrients from the gastro-intestinal tract which enable growth and development of the body. Nutricines provide the crucial link between health and nutrition. 1999 £25.00
ORGANIC LIVESTOCK FARMING - D Younie and J M Wilkinson:- Detailed practical guide to the sucessful production and marketing of organic milk, meat and eggs. Essential technical information for farmers, advisers, teachers and students. 2002 £17.95
POCKETFUL OF MEAT FACTS 2005 - M L C - A definitive guide to the UK and European livestock and meat industries, now in its eleventh year, this popular pocket sized publication has been updated and enhanced to offer even more facts and figures than before. Over 50 tables present key 2003 and 2004 annual data for the four meat species. 2005 £10.00
PRINCIPLES OF CATTLE PRODUCTION - C J C Phillips - Cattle farming is under immence public pressure for creating possible health risks; this book outlines the latest methods of farming to provide optimum animal welfare. 2001 £22.50
RECENT ADVANCES IN ANIMAL NUTRITION - 2004 - Edited by P C Garnsworth and J Wiseman - This volume is based on the highly sucessful Feed Conference which is hosted by the University of Nottingham. It includes Feeding high health status pigs; New development in piglet nutrition; Implications of new fat sources for non-ruminant nutrition; New feeding standards for pets; New European legislation on feed additives and many more current subject. Previous editions are also available. Please enquire. 2005 £60.00
SILAGE - J M Wilkinson - Silage is a practical guide to making and using silage, bringing together technical information from different scientific disciplines to help the reader gain a better understanding of the processes involved, and what happens to make good or bad silage. Silage has been written for farmers, advisers, teachers and students who wish to know more about how different crops (inc legumes, maize and whole-crop) are preserved as feeds for animals. 2005 £19.50
SIMPLISTIC STATISTICS - Dr Luch Tucker - This is a basic guide to the statistical analysis of biological data. Written by an animal nutritionist with experience in research and commerce, the guide is designed for the non-mathematician to be understandable, practical and useful. It is aimed at students, teachers of biological sciences, advisers and those involved in the interpretation of biological data. 2003 £12.50
SMALLHOLDER'S MANUAL (THE) - Katie Thear - A practical handbook for the smallscale farmer in the twenty first century, covering everything from acquiring suitable land to equipment, fruit and vegetables, fodder crops and livestock. Throughly illustrated with over 200 drawings and photographs, this is truly the smallholder's bible. HB. 2002. £25.00
TOTAL NUTRITION - Feeding animals for health and growth - Clifford A Adams - Total Nutrition is the strategic use of a wide variety of disease avoidance and health maintenance measures which will contribute to an improved and more acceptable system of animal production, without the use of antibiotics. This volume considers the practical implications and implementation of the priciples and theories laid out in 'Nutricines' - Adams' highly sucessful first book. 2002 £32.50
WHAT SHOULD WE DO ABOUT ANIMAL WELFARE? - Michael C Appleby - This book reviews the need for public discussion of the issues, for changes in international trade and for legislation, to build on the consensus that animal welfare should be improved. 1999 £21.99
PIGS
APPLIANCE OF PIG SCIENCE (THE) - Edited by J E Thompson, B P Gill and M A Varley - With the UK Pig Industry once again at a crucial crossroads, the need and willingness for better and more effective communication and collaboration between all sectors of the pig industry is gathering strength - from those involved in planning and conduting R&D to those who can harness and benefit from it in practice. 2004 £37.50
DISEASE OF SWINE - B E Straw, S D'Allaire, W L Mengeling & D J Taylor - This 'gold standard' reference on the subject continues to present the most current knowledge available on today's rapidly changing technology and knowledge in the fields of swine diseases and production. 8th edition £125.00
INTERNATIONAL PIG MEAT MARKET (THE) - Meat and Livestock Commission - A special report covering the international pig meat market. It contains a detailed analysis of both the UK and EU pig meat market, and includes information on the world's leading producing and trading counties, particularly in terms of their impact on the UK and EU market. 2001 £75.00
MULTI-SITE PIG PRODUCTION - D L Harris - This book considers various types of multi-site operations; tells how to establish and maintain a multi-site operation; addresses in detail the transfer of disease-causing micro-organisms between sites; discusses control of infectious diseases; proposes standards. 2000 £52.50
OUTLINE OF SWINE DISEASES - Ross P Cowart and Stan W Casteel - This text provides the reader with basic facts about swine medicine in a concise outline format. 2001 - 2nd edition - £24.99
PIG AILMENTS - RECOGNITION AND TREATMENT - Mark White - A comprehensive guide to the ailments experienced by the pig, both as an individual and on a herd basis. Each condition is fully described and appropriate treatment, control and prevention are then outlined. This well-illustrated book will help clinicians and stockmen to identify and locate ailments by recognizing the principal presenting clinical signs on the farm. 2005 £19.95
PIG ENVIRONMENT PROBLEMS - Paul Smith and Hugh Crabtree - Although this is a technical publication, it is written for students and professionals who choose to operate at the 'sharp end' and want to understand and enjoy pigs and enhance pig comfort with the help of applied science. This book aims to help both pig people and engineers obtain a better grasp of the key components of pig environment and establish some common ground. It nutures an attitude of continuous improvement that will not only better the lot of pigs and pig people but also increase the likelihood of improved consumer satisfaction and sustained profitability. 2005 £40.00
PIGS - A GUIDE TO MANAGEMENT - Neville Beynon - A thorough guide to managing modern and rare pig breeds. £11.99
PIG PRODUCTION - What the textbooks don't tell you - John Gadd - One of the most widely-read magazine columns on pig production has been the 15 year series of 'What the Textbooks Don't Tell you about… ' in the magazine Pig Progress. The author John Gadd, an internationally recognised pig consultant with over 40 years expericence of pig farm advisory work, writes about some subjects which he considers are insufficiently covered in the many textbooks but which exist on pig production. 2005 £35.00
PIG YEARBOOK - Meat and Livestock Commission - The latest Pig Yearbook demonstrated the considerable efforts made to deliver a competitive and sustainable future for the British pig industry. 2005 £17.00
PRACTICAL PIG KEEPING - Paul Smith - Paul Smith, who has over twenty years' experience in pig management and research, provides essential and up-to-date information for sucessful pig keeping in this fully illustrated book. HB. £18.99
SCIENCE AND PRACTICE OF PIG PRODUCTION - Colin T Whittemore - A comprehensive handbook providing a clear and informative guide to all aspects of the health, welfare and production of pigs. 1999 - 2nd edition £95.00
POULTRY
BRITISH POULTRY STANDARDS - V Roberts - A valuable reference source for anyone involved with exhibiting and breeding poultry and waterfowl. 1997, 5th edition £39.50
DISEASES OF FREE-RANGE POULTRY - Victoria Roberts - Free-range poultry are much healthier than those kept intensively, but even they can suffer from coccidiosis, avian TB and other diseases. This book gives guidance on good management, common diseases and problems and how to watch for the early signs. An invaluable chart of common disorders is included. 2000. HB. £15.99
DOMESTIC DUCK (THE) - Chris and Mike Ashton - Breeders, keepers and exhibitors will find everything they need to know about ducks in this superbly illustrated handbook. The authors, top waterfowl breeders in the UK, have also written a companion handbook, Domestic Geese. Both books give clear advice on breeding and rearing, management, common problems and ailments. HB. £19.95
DOMESTIC GEESE - Dr Chris Ashton - How to look after guess, from setting up with the first birds to breeding, rearing and showing. £19.99
DUCKS AND GEESE - A GUIDE TO MANAGEMENT - Tom Bartlett - This practical book is ideal for keepers of ducks and geese. The photographs and diagrams complement the thorough text and covers all issues of good management, breeding and showing. HB. £9.99
DUCKS, GEESE AND TURKEYS - Victoria Roberts BVSc, MRCVS - Following her successful 'Poultry for Anyone', Victoria Roberts now gives ducks, geese and turkets the same treatment. Approx. 44 breeds are covered and each is illustrated in full colour. An important reference book for anyone interested in the subject. It also covers basic management. 2002. HB. £19.99
EXHIBITION POULTRY KEEPING - David Scrivener - A detailed, informative and well-illustrated guide to the techniques needed to keep pure-bred poultry sucessfully. Written by an acknowledged expert, it is aimed at hobbyist poulty keepers as well as serious breeders and exhibitors. 2005 £19.95
FREE-RANGE POULTRY - Katie Thear - A practical and comprehensive guide to free-range management of chickens on any scale written by a poultry keeper. 3rd edition £19.99
INTERNATIONAL POULTRY MEAT MARKET (THE) - Meat and Livestock Commission - This report provides a detailed global analysis of the poultry meat sector. The report looks at aspects such as industry structure, trade, production and consumption, policy and future trends. 2000 £75.00
POCKET GUIDE TO POULTRY HEALTH AND DISEASE - Paul McMullin - This pocket guide explains some of the complex interactions between poultry management, disease and productivity. It outlines the importance of cleaning and disinfection, site and house biosecurity, and other methods of preventing disease such as vaccination and medication. 2004 £25.00
POULTRY - A GUIDE TO MANAGEMENT - Carol Twinch - If you would like us to send you these books please send a money order payable in pounds sterling for £26.00 to our address and we will send them on to you. We do not have a facility to trade in Euros at our Bank. This figure will cover the cost of postage and packing PB. £9.99
POULTRY FOR ANYONE _ Victoria Roberts - The admirers of poultry are increasing every year, with a high surge of interest in the range of pure breeds available. Here are 45 of the breeds described; their history, particular advantages and characteristics and any special requirements. Colour pictures illustrate all the wondrous plumages. Sections on management and showing are also included, and checklists of productivity. 19.99 HB
POULTRY HEALTH AND MANAGEMENT: CHICKENS, DUCKS, TURKEYS, GEESE, QUAIL - D Sainsbury - The fourth edition of this classic books explains how to successfully raise poultry anywhere in the world. The author's expertise and concise, highly readable style of writing makes 'Poultry Health and Management' an essential manual. 2000 - 4th edition - £27.99
POULTRY WELFARE ISSUES - Beak Trimming - Edited by P Glatz - A new addition to our series is a volume, which consolidates the welfare and production issues associated with beak trimming in poultry. The book outlines the reasons for beak trimming, history of the practice and new methods under development. 2005 £35.00
PRACTICAL POULTRY KEEPING - David Bland - David Bland started his own poultry rearing and breeding business in 1969. His valuable practical experience is passed on through the pages of this full illustrated book. This in-depth guide to practical poultry keeping will enable anyone to keep poultry for profit. HB. £14.99
TURKEYS - A GUIDE TO MANAGEMENT - David Bland - An invaluable reference source for the turkey smallholder or farmer. The author gives detailed advice on all aspects of turkey management from breeding to exhibiting. Chapters on organic turkey production and preparation for the table make this illustrated book a must for all turkey farmers. PB. £10.99
SHEEP
BEGINNING SHEPHERD'S MANUAL - Barbara Smith, Mark Aseltine and Gerald Kennedy - Offers a clear, practical introduction to shepherding. 1997 - 2nd edition - £18.50
DISEASES OF SHEEP - W B Martin and I D Aitken - Bought by veterinary surgeons and agriculturalists alike, this book will continue to be the most authoritative and comprehensive work available in the field. 2000 - 3rd edition - £99.50
INTERNATIONAL SHEEP MEAT MARKET(THE) - Meat and Livestock Commission 0 This special report provides a detailed analysis of the sheep market in the UK and the European Union. It also includes information on the world's leading producing and trading counties, particularly in terms of their impact on the EU market. This report is designed as a comprehensive source of information and data on the international sheep meat market. 2001 £75.00
LAMENESS IN SHEEP - Angus Winter - This invaluable book has been designed to assist all those who keep sheep in controlling lameness and inmantainign a flock with sound healthy feet. 2004 £18.99
MANUAL OF LAMBING TECHNIQUES - Angus Winter & Cicely Hill - Lambing can be a challenging prospect whether it's your first or your thirty-first season. This authoritative and highly practical manual will take you through the period approaching, during and immediately after lambing. 2003. HB. £14.99
MODERN SHEPHERD (THE) - Dave Brown & Sam Meadowcroft - The author explain how lamb output and gross margins can be increased by combining first-rate shepherding with new techniques, and pinpoint the key husbandry factors that make for the physical and financial success of the sheep enterprise. HB. £14.00
PLANNED SHEEP PRODUCTION - David Croston and Geoff Pollott - This Bestseller includes sheep breeding, production systems and marketing. 2nd Edition £27.50
PRACTICAL LAMBING AND LAMB CARE - Andrew Eales, John Small and Colin Macaldowie - Millions of lambs and ewes die each year during the lambing season. This fully revised new edition attempts to unravel this complex subject by providing practical guidance and information on all aspects of lambing and lamb care. It covers the major diseases and problems in lambs and includes chapters on the health of the ewe, preventative methods, lambing techniques and also considers animal welfare issues. 3rd edition. 2004 £24.99
PRACTICAL SHEEP KEEPING - Kim Cardell - This well illustrated book is ideal for all keepers of a small flock, although the principles apply to flocks of all sizes. The author offers sound advice based on many years' practical experience on everything you need to know to manage sheep and keep them healthy. HB. £16.99
SHEEP - Edward Hart - This is written for those contemplating keeping sheep, or smallholders with a small flock. Covers all aspects of sheep husbandry. PB. £9.99
SHEEP AILMENTS - RECOGNITION AND TREATMENT - Eddie Straiton - The author - a world's outstanding communicator of veterinary procedures and animal care. This 7th edition covers all essential information a flock owner would need to know. 2001. HB. £18.99
SHEEP KEEPERS VETERINARY HANDBOOK - Agnes Winter and Judith Charnley - This comprehensive book covers how to acquire a healthy flock, routine proceduces to keep them healthy and how to identify and deal with common diseases. HB. £18.99
VETERINARY BOOK FOR SHEEP FARMERS - David C Henderson - The standard text for sheep farmers and vets throughout the world. 1990 £24.95
WAY OF LIFE - SHEEPDOG TRAINING, HANDLING AND TRIALLING - H Glyn Jones and Barbara C Collis - This outstanding sheepdog training book has proved immensely popular since its first publication. Repint Aug 2002. HB. £14.95
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