Andy D. Herring
Beef Cattle Production Systems (Modular Texts)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781845937959
- author:
- Andy D. Herring
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- CABI Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 332
- Dimensions:
- 24.4 x 18.8 x 2 cm
- Genre:
- Science & Nature, Engineering & Technology, Education
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Beef Cattle Production Systems by Andy D. Herring provides a comprehensive systems-based approach to beef cattle production, exploring the interconnections between various aspects to optimize cattle production globally. This practical guide offers insights into matching production environments with genetic, management, and marketing opportunities for sustainable beef production. The book addresses specific regional challenges and opportunities worldwide, including extreme situations such as small or large herds, communal groups, and minimal artificial input systems. It is an essential resource for upper-level undergraduate and postgraduate students in animal and veterinary science, producers, extension workers, and veterinarians seeking to improve their knowledge of beef cattle production. By considering the logic behind sustainable beef production, this textbook provides a valuable framework for tackling specific regional challenges and opportunities, making it a useful reference for those looking to enhance their understanding of the subject.