M. C. Appleby, B. O. Hughes, Joy A. Mench, CABI Bioscience Staff
Poultry Behaviour and Welfare
- ISBN 13:
- 9780851996677
- author:
- M. C. Appleby, B. O. Hughes, Joy A. Mench, CABI Bioscience Staff
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- CABI Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2004
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 6.70 (w) x 9.50 (h) x 0.70 (d)
- Genre:
- Agricultural Produce - Meat & Dairy, Animal Husbandry
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
This comprehensive guide to poultry behavior and welfare provides an authoritative introduction to the subject. It covers the biology and behavior patterns of various bird species used in agriculture, as well as factors influencing their welfare.
The book explores how legislation and commercial interests interact to meet the needs of these birds, with a focus on possible future developments within the field. Written by experts in the field, this updated textbook builds on previous work, adding new material to provide a thorough understanding of poultry behavior and welfare.