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This valuable resource concentrates on the pratical application of nutrition for the production of effective, high-producing commercial livestock. It presents the requires nutrients, nutrient utilization, a variety of feedstuffs and diets and their appropriate usage. Users will also discover how to save money on feed costs and still raise larger, faster gaining, more productive, healthier animals―and thereby increase the return on investment in livestock.
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With new "World Markets" opening, the challenge to boost the Production efficiency of livestock products is increasing. The cost of feeding accounts for the largest single input in a production operation, thus, there is a need for a better understanding of nutrition and feeding.
Written to appeal to both experts and beginners in the field, this new edition provides the reader with an understanding of the principles relating to livestock feeding. Parts I and II cover everything from nutrients, feedstuffs, minerals, vitamins, and additives to feed preparation/processing and ration formulation. Part III provides detailed information on different livestock species, such as, swine, poultry, dairy cows, beef cows and cattle. Domesticated species, such as horses, sheep, goats, dogs, cats, and rabbits are covered in Part IV Each species chapter discusses the management and feeding practices unique to that particular species. Feedstuff characteristics and nutrient guidelines are given for various classes of the species in the Appendix Tables.
Advances in genetics, changes in scientific knowledge, food security, and concerns about the environment are just a few of the areas that have had an impact on livestock production. Because of these changes, it is essential that individuals and companies understand the effect feeding and management of livestock have on livestock production systems. Kellems and Church's Livestock Feeds and Feeding, 5th edition, provides the basis for this understanding and is a handy reference for anyone involved in livestock production.
This approach to livestock nutrition blends recent experimental research with contemporary practices to provide a source of information on practical nutrition for the production of effective, high-producing commercial livestock. There are details on the required nutrients, nutrient utilization, a variety of feedstuffs and diets and their appropriate usage, and also information on the use of personal computers for computer formulation of rations. Readers will also discover how to save money on feed costs while raising larger, faster gaining, more productive and healthier animals.
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- PublisherPrentice Hall International Paperback Editions
- Publication date1991
- ISBN 10 0135288789
- ISBN 13 9780135288788
- BindingPaperback
- Edition number3
- Number of pages592
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