Farm Animal Management: Principles and Practices

By A Chandrasekar

Farm Animal Management: Principles and Practices provides a comprehensive overview of the scientific methods, modern techniques, and ethical standards required for efficient livestock management. This book is designed to support students of animal husbandry, veterinary science, and agricultural disciplines, as well as livestock entrepreneurs and farm operators. Key Features: Core Management Principles: Covers housing, feeding, breeding, and health care practices for major farm animals including cattle, buffalo, sheep, goats, pigs, and poultry. Breed Selection and Improvement: Details indigenous and exotic breeds, breed characteristics, and selection techniques for enhanced productivity. Feeding and Nutrition: Explains balanced ration formulation, feeding schedules, and nutritional requirements based on species and purpose. Breeding and Reproduction: Introduces breeding systems, estrus detection, artificial insemination, and reproductive health management. Health and Disease Control: Discusses common diseases, vaccination programs, deworming, and biosecurity measures for disease prevention. Housing and Environmental Hygiene: Offers guidelines on farm layout, animal shelters, and environmental management to ensure animal welfare. Farm Economics and Record Keeping: Emphasizes cost-effective farming, performance evaluation, and importance of maintaining accurate farm records. Sustainable and Ethical Farming: Encourages animal welfare, sustainable resource use, and environmentally responsible practices.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 934996497X
• ISBN13: 9789349964976
• Release Date: January 2026
• Publisher: Knowledge Bakers
• Length: 280 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.1" x 9.2"