M. C. Appleby, B. O. Hughes, Joy A. Mench, CABI Bioscience Staff

Poultry Behaviour and Welfare

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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
£54.59

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.

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