Scientific Farm Animal Production: United States Edition - Hardcover

Taylor, Robert E.; Field, Thomas G.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0132447363 ISBN 13: 9780132447362

Publisher: Pearson, 2007

Synopsis

The ninth edition of this best-selling book examines the biological principles, scientific relationships, and management practices of livestock production. Blending the discussion of science, disciplines and industries, it effectively introduces readers to Animal Science using a breadth and depth that is unparalleled. Following a logical organization, it first discusses animal products, then basic biological principles (growth, genetics, reproduction, nutrition, health, etc.) and finally the feeding, breeding and management of primary livestock industries. It also gives readers insight into the societal issues surrounding the livestock industry and an overview of the careers and opportunities available within the field.

About this title

About the Author:

Robert E. Taylor was raised on an Idaho livestock operation where several livestock species were produced. He received a B.S. degree in animal husbandry and a Master's degree in animal production from Utah State University. This background, combined with his Ph.D. work in animal breeding and physiology from Oklahoma State University, provided much depth to his knowledge of livestock production. He has had practical production experience with beef cattle, dairy cattle, horses, poultry, sheep, and swine.

 

Dr. Taylor received teaching awards at Iowa State University (where he also managed a swine herd) and at Colorado State University. He also received the Distinguished Teaching Award from the American Society of Animal Science in recognition of his ability to organize and present materials to students. Many of his concepts for effective teaching are used in this book. Dr. Taylor passed away in 1998.

 

Thomas G. Field was raised on a Colorado cow-calf and seedstock enterprise. He managed a seedstock herd of cattle after completing his B.S. degree. A competitive horseman as a youth, he has had practical experience with seedstock cattle, commercial cow-calf production, stockers, and horses. He has a B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in animal science from Colorado State University.

 

Dr. Field has received teaching awards from the USDA National Excellence in Teaching program, the National Association of Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture, the American Society of Animal Sciences, and Colorado State University. Dr. Field is the teaching coordinator for the Department of Animal Sciences at Colorado State University and is responsible for coordinating the teaching herd.

From the Back Cover:

The seventh edition of this proven and highly-acclaimed, best-selling text provides the most up-to-date information while continuing to encompass the depth and breadth of livestock and poultry production and their respective industries.

Scientific Farm Animal Production presents all of the necessary information pertaining to successful breeding, feeding, and management of the following:

• beef cattle
• dairy cattle
• horses
• sheep
• swine
• poultry
• goats
• aquaculture

while also providing an overview of the principles applicable to the animal sciences with chapters on Genetics, Reproduction, Lactation, Growth and Development, Nutrition, Animal Behavior, Consumer Products, Careers in the Industry, and other essential topics.

Scientific Farm Animal Production, written for the introductory animal science course typically taught at universities and junior or community colleges, is also a valuable reference book for livestock producers, vocational agriculture instructors, and others desiring an overview of livestock production principles and management. With coverage that meets the needs of an urban audience while challenging the reader who may have a background in livestock production, the seventh edition of this trusted text continues to represent the standard for comprehensive, balanced, and authoritative coverage.

About this edition

• Publisher: Pearson
• Publication date: 2007
• ISBN 10: 0132447363
• ISBN 13: 9780132447362
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 808