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1990-01-01 This book attempts, at least partially, to overcome these obstacles to information flow, and to present a specific subject within our scope in a simple and understandable, although by no means complete way. The intention is to make existing knowledge more easily accessible and to present it in a...
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If livestock are to live in balance with the environment again, First World consumers will have to eat less meat, while Third World citizens will need to keep their meat consumption low.
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The primary concern of this expert consultation is the assessment of the potential levels of animal production that can be achieved on feeds for ruminants that are available in the tropics. Online BookAvailable
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2005-01-01 Livestock research and development work has tended to lag behind crop production work in the development and application of methods for participatory technology development. However, the case for participatory research is just as strong in relation to livestock as it is in relation to crops; and...
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2006-01-01 Why do our farm animals get sick and how can we keep them healthy?" This is a question veterinarians and other specialists who work with small farmers hear frequently. Most of these farmers work very hard, giving time, effort, and loving care to their animals in the hope that their farm will be...
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This presentation introduces the concept of livestock in agroforestry systems. When livestock is combined with treees, it is referred to as a silvopastoral system. Many such systems exist, such as traditional pasotoralist and extensive, as well as intensive agropastoral systems. The presentation...
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2012-01-01 Grasscutters (Thryonomys swinderianus) are rodents widely found in grasslands, clearings, wet or marshy areas in Africa. They are more commonly known as "hedgehogs" in Central Africa, "agouti" in French-speaking West Africa, and "cane rats" in English-speaking West Africa.Grasscutters – large...
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1994-01-01 Animal Breeding examines in detail the various techniques that can be used in breeding animals, such as selection, cross-breeding and inbreeding. Examples of the various techniques are given, including their advantages and disadvantages in tropical and sub-tropical environments, and how they can...
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1985-01-01 This book describes the causes, symptoms, treatment and control of the main diseases of tropical livestock.The second edition has been thoroughly revised to take account of recent developments in veterinary science and the changing incidence of many diseases.
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This manual is designed for development assistance workers and others who are planning or managing small-scale livestock projects. Although aimed specifically at those working in less-developed areas of the tropics and subtropics, these environmental guidelines apply to almost any region of the...