Cattle and the Future of Beef-Production in England

K. J. J. Mackenzie, F. H. A. Marshall

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Cambridge University Press
28 April 2016

Food manufacturing & related industries; History of science; Dairy farming

Originally published in 1919, this book provides a guide to cattle farming and beef production, with an emphasis on the importance of biological science for the future of these areas. The text is comprehensive in scope, putting forward authorial observations gained from 'long and varied experience as a practical farmer and as an investigator and teacher of scientific agriculture'. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in animal husbandry, beef production and the history of agriculture.

By: K. J. J. Mackenzie
Preface by: F. H. A. Marshall
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 215mm, Width: 140mm, Spine: 10mm
Weight: 400g
ISBN: 9781316605509
ISBN 10: 1316605507
Pages: 182
Publication Date: 28 April 2016
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Preface F. H. A. Marshall; Author's preface; 1. Introduction; 2. Store cattle; 3. Grass beef; 4. Winter beef; 5. Beeflings; 6. Dual-purpose cattle; 7. Pedigree breeding; 8. Possibilities of the future; 9. Physiological F. H. A. Marshall; 10. Breeds of cattle; 11. Breeds (continued); 12. Polled breeds; 13. Breeds; Index.