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Profitable Poultry Farming (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Frank C. Hare

 
9780266827665: Profitable Poultry Farming (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Profitable Poultry Farming: A Practical Guide for Canadian Farmers

This revised edition compiles practical, step‑by‑step guidance on building and managing poultry houses, feeding schedules, and raising chickens for meat and eggs. It covers housing layouts, construction details, and layout options to fit different farms, plus tips on lighting, ventilation, and sanitation to protect flock health. The book also explains breeding decisions, flock improvement, and strategies to boost profits through winter egg production and crate‑fatted chicken markets.

What you’ll gain:
  • Clear, era‑appropriate methods for housing, feeding, and caring for fowl.
  • Guidance on egg and meat production, including natural and artificial hatching, rearing, and fattening.
  • Insights into market channels, pricing, and practical steps to maximize farm profitability.
  • Basic disease and parasite awareness with practical, conservative treatment approaches.
Ideal for farmers seeking a historically grounded, hands‑on reference that covers both everyday care and the economics of poultry farming.

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9781527786622: Profitable Poultry Farming

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ISBN 10:  1527786625 ISBN 13:  9781527786622
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2024
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