Author : Andy D. Herring
Release : 2014-10-24
Genre : Technology & Engineering
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 074/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Beef Cattle Production Systems by : Andy D. Herring
Download or read book Beef Cattle Production Systems written by Andy D. Herring. This book was released on 2014-10-24. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This textbook provides an integrated view of beef cattle production with a systems based approach, discussing the interrelationships of a broad range of aspects with the overall goal of optimising cattle production. This book provides the background to allow cattle producers to match their production environments with genetic, management, and marketing opportunities for sustainable beef production globally. This logic and resulting considerations can then be tailored to address specific regional challenges and opportunities worldwide. Considerations and examples for extreme situations will be provided, such as very small herds, very large herds, communal-group situations, and minimal artificial input systems.