An Introduction to Animal Husbandry in the TropicsLongman, 1978 - 755 páginas This book is divided into three main sections. Part I deals with the basic principles: the adaptation, health, breeding and nutrition of livestock in tropical climates. The husbandry of the various types of livestock is detailed in part II, with particular emphasis to cattle. Part III deals with animal products |
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The effect of climate | 2 |
The direct effect | 24 |
Nutrition and feeding | 62 |
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Términos y frases comunes
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