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Microlivestock: Little-Known Small Animals with a Promising Economic Future - Softcover

National Research Council; Board On Science And Technology For International Development

 
9780309042956: Microlivestock: Little-Known Small Animals with a Promising Economic Future
Softcover
ISBN 10: 030904295X ISBN 13: 9780309042956
Publisher: National Academies Press, 1991

Synopsis

Microlivestock is a term coined for species that are inherently small as well as for breeds of cattle, sheep, goats, and pigs that are less than about half the size of the most common breeds. These miniature animals are seldom considered in the broad picture of livestock development, but they seem to have a promising future, especially in developing nations or wherever land is scarce.

This book raises awareness of the potential of these small species, including microcattle, microsheep, various poultry, rabbits, rodents, deer, antelope, and lizards. It also strives to stimulate their introduction into animal research and economic development programs.

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Panel on Microlivestock, National Research Council

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Publisher
National Academies Press
Publication date
1991
Language
English
ISBN 10 
030904295X
ISBN 13 
9780309042956
Binding
Paperback
Number of pages
472