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Synopsis
There are well over 200 identifiable breeds of goat in the world with some 13 in the UK as well as many cross-breeds. Distinctive cheese and yoghurt, prime lean meat and highly prized cashmere and mohair fibre are all products of this unique species. In this illustrated manual, the author provides essential information for successful goat keeping. In addition, Hilary Matthews has written a chapter on showing which should give the reader an insight into the world of the show ring. Subjects covered include: characteristics and breeds; breeding and reproduction; kid rearing; milk production and dairy work; goat fibre and production; health and disease; showing; and profitable goat keeping.
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About the Author
Alan Mowlem has over 35 years experience of goat research and management. Alan was founder of the Goat Veterinary Society, Vice President of the British Angora Goat Society and is honorary goat consultant to the Royal Agricultural Society of England. Resident - Bridgwater, Somerset
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- PublisherThe Crowood Press Ltd
- Publication date2001
- ISBN 10 1861263899
- ISBN 13 9781861263896
- BindingHardcover
- LanguageEnglish
- Edition number1
- Number of pages112
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