Provides an introductory overview on such key topics as animal production, rearing and products, and focuses on disciplines such as nutrition, reproduction, genetics and diseases.
It covers and analyzes particular animal industries such as dairy cattle, poultry, aquatic animals, etc.
This edition is thoroughly updated with new chapters and the latest coverage on the selection, nutrition, reproduction and management of horses, beef cattle, goats, swine and sheep.
Subject matter has been fully revised in such a way that makes the concepts clear and understandable to readers.