Handbook of Sheep Farming

by Dalbir Bahri, Surabhi Barman, Amanpreet Das

ISBN: 9789371704489
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Imprint : Agri Horti Press
Year : 2026
Price : Rs. 5450.00
Biblio : viii+112p., figs., tbls., 25cm

About The Book

The book includes information on the different breeds of sheep, their characteristics, and which breeds are best suited for specific purposes, such as meat or wool production. The book includes information on sheep health and welfare, including common diseases and parasite control. The book provides information on sheep reproduction and breeding, including breeding cycles, artificial insemination, and selecting breeding stock. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in raising sheep for meat or wool. It provides practical guidance on all aspects of sheep farming and is a valuable reference.

Table of Contents

Preface v 1. Sheep Digestive Physiology and Constituents of Feeds 3 2. Sheep Grazing Management in the Mountain Region: Serra da Estrela, Portugal 15 3. Sheep Feeding in the Sahel Countries of Africa 35 4. Body Weight Gain and Carcass Yield Characteristics of Wollo Highland Sheep and Their F1 Crossbreeds 59 5. Use of Computed Tomography and Thermography for the Diagnosis of Respiratory Disorders in Adult Sheep 79 Index 109