1. CHAPTER 47: BEEF CATTLE.
- Author
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COCHEL, W. A. and GARDNER, FRANK D.
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BEEF cattle breeding ,BEEF cattle feeding & feeds ,LIVESTOCK marketing - Abstract
Chapter 47 of the book "Traditional American Farming Techniques: A Ready Reference on All Phases of Agriculture for Farmers of the United States and Canada," by Frank D. Gardner is presented. The chapter focuses on breeding, feeding and marketing of beef cattle. It discusses the methods of handling beef cattle, namely, breeding pure-bred cattle, producing stockers and feeders, grazing cattle and fattening cattle. It cites the factors to consider in the selection of cattle for the feed lot.
- Published
- 2001