Poultry Feeding: Principles and Practice (Classic Reprint)

Walther Flemming Holst, Wilson E. Newlon

ISBN 10: 1528225333 / ISBN 13: 9781528225335

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book presents a detailed yet accessible guide to poultry feeding principles and practices. It draws on the author's extensive research and experience in the field of poultry nutrition to provide an invaluable resource whether you are a poultry farmer, veterinarian, breeder, backyard enthusiast, or student. The author's comprehensive approach covers not just what to feed chickens, but also the intricacies of poultry metabolisms and deficiencies, so that you can plan the most suitable and effective nutrition plan for your flock. With insightful commentary on the physiology and anatomy of chickens, plus clear explanations of complex scientific concepts like the makeup and composition of protein and carbohydrates, this book will help you optimize your poultry's productivity and health. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

Seller Inventory # 9781528225335_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Poultry Feeding: Principles and Practice (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1528225333
• ISBN 13: 9781528225335
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Agriculture

About this title

Synopsis

Master poultry feeding with science-based guidance for healthier birds and better production.

Written for growers and students, this book breaks down how birds convert feed into growth, eggs, and energy. It blends practical formulas with the science of digestion, nutrients, and metabolism to help you design effective rations from chick to laying hen.

You'll find clear explanations of proteins and essential amino acids, how carbohydrates power activity, and the role of minerals and vitamins. The text also offers practical mash and grain strategies, examples of starter and growing rations, and guidance on choosing protein concentrates and supplements for reliability and value.

• How nutrients are digested, absorbed, and used by the body


• How to select protein sources that meet needs without waste


• How to balance minerals, vitamins, and energy for growth and laying


• Practical chick-mash formulas and feeding plans for different scales

Ideal for readers planning poultry operations, students studying animal nutrition, and extension-minded professionals seeking solid, field-tested guidance.