Dairy Goats, Feeding and Nutrition
Author： Cannas A.; Pulina B.
Publisher： CABI Publishing
Publication year： 2007
E-ISBN: 9781845933494
P-ISBN(Hardback): 9781845933487
Subject： F3 Agricultural Economy;Q95 Zoology;S8 Livestock, Animal Medicine , Hunting , Silkworm , Bee
Keyword： Agriculture and Related Industries Zoology and Animal Sciences Dairy Farming
Language： ENG
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Description
Dairy goats have long been considered an important source of income for rural populations, providing the opportunity for profitable and sustainable diversity for small farms. Their importance is also increasing in intensive feeding systems and in large farms. They are highly adaptable due to their unique feeding habits and have become popular livestock animals in a range of environments, from temperate grasslands to subtropical, semi-arid and mountainous areas. Moreover, goat milk products are finding a growing acceptance in the world market and research has increased in feeding strategies for improved productivity and quality. Examining all aspects of dairy goat feeding and nutrition, this book represents a long awaited review of recent scientific research and updated techniques. Chapters discuss aspects such as the modelling and production of goat''s milk as well as the estimation of nutrient requirements and food intake of goats.
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