The Feeding Of Dairy Cattle (1922)

By Andrew Corrie McCandlish

Book Overview

The Feeding of Dairy Cattle is a comprehensive guidebook on the proper feeding and nutrition of dairy cows, written by Andrew Corrie McCandlish in 1922. The book covers a wide range of topics related to dairy cattle feeding, including the principles of nutrition, the composition of various feedstuffs, the role of minerals and vitamins in cow health, and the best feeding practices for different stages of lactation.McCandlish draws on his extensive experience as a dairy farmer and nutrition expert to provide practical advice on how to optimize milk production and maintain the health of dairy cows. He emphasizes the importance of balanced rations, proper feed mixing and storage, and careful monitoring of cow health and milk output.The book also includes detailed information on the nutritional requirements of different breeds of dairy cows, as well as practical guidance on how to adjust feeding programs to account for factors such as age, weight, and lactation stage. Additionally, McCandlish provides helpful tips on how to prevent and treat common nutritional disorders, such as acidosis and ketosis.Overall, The Feeding of Dairy Cattle is an invaluable resource for dairy farmers, nutritionists, and anyone interested in the proper care and feeding of dairy cows. Its timeless insights and practical advice continue to be relevant to modern farming practices, making it a must-read for anyone involved in the dairy industry.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120879132
• ISBN13: 9781120879134
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"