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The Well-Being of Farm Animals The Well-Being of Farm Animals G. John Benson The Well-Being of Farm Animals: Challenges and Solutions is the first title in Blackwell Publishing Professional's groundbreaking series Issues in Animal Bioethics. This important book examines the e… OL15175910W
Sustainable development in western China Sustainable development in western China Colin G. Brown This study provides a guide to & analysis of the intricate web of policies & institutions that now impact on grassland degradation & sustainable development in China's pastoral region. It also reveal… OL16173074W
Temple Grandin Temple Grandin Sy Montgomery When Temple Grandin was born, her parents knew that she was different. Years later she was diagnosed with autism. While Temple's doctor recommended a hospital, her mother believed in her. Temple went… OL16318165W
The dynamics of sanitary and technical requirements assisting the poor to cope The dynamics of sanitary and technical requirements assisting the poor to cope Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations The objective of the consultation was to provide advice to FAO and member governments on the impact of sanitary and phytosanitary standards on domestic livestock markets, and in particular to conside… OL19126785W
Farm Farm Charles Reasoner Introduces the different animals that live on the farm. Introduce los diferentes animales que viven en la granja. OL19956211W
An introduction to heritage breeds An introduction to heritage breeds D. Phillip Sponenberg Heritage breeds matter, and they are often a better choice than conventional breeds for small farms and backyards. This eloquent, inviting, visual guide explains why conserving heritage breeds is imp… OL19980588W
The art and science of grazing The art and science of grazing Sarah Flack Grazing management might seem simple: just put livestock in a pasture and let them eat their fill. However, as Sarah Flack explains in The Art and Science of Grazing, the pasture/livestock relationsh… OL20038938W
Fun at the farm Fun at the farm Ruth Owen Young readers will discover what tractors and combines do and see baby animals. OL24266318W
Noisy Farm animals Noisy Farm animals Egmont UK Featuring gentle rhyming text, this book introduces the sights and sounds of the farmyard. OL26283221W
Ranch roping Ranch roping Buck Brannaman Ranch roping is at the heart of all ranch work, and unlike the rodeo variation of calf roping, the "vaquero" tradition calls for techniques that result in a skillful and graceful throw and catch. Her… OL2762242W
Build it! Build it! Joe Jacobs Over 50 do-it-yourself projects, using recycled materials when possible, for people who are gardners or own small farms. OL27958536W
From goats to a garden From goats to a garden Susie Williams This is the true story about a family that left the convenience of town living to embark on an adventure in the English countryside. They bought a run down four-acre small-holding and neglected cotta… OL28166755W
After BSE After BSE E. P. Cunningham EAAP prepared a comprehensive report on BSE, the aim of which was not to defend the sectional interests of animal production, but rather to enlighten all sectors of society who have to make decisions… OL28949795W
Welcome to the stock show Welcome to the stock show M. Jean Greenlaw Follows three families as they raise their animals for showing at the annual livestock show. OL3350296W
Farm noises Farm noises Jane Miller Presents the distinctive sounds made by two dozen animals, birds, and machines that may be heard on farms. OL4630067W
At home on the farm At home on the farm Sharon Gordon "Describes life on a farm, including grain, wool, and crops"--Provided by publisher. OL4965494W
Dairy cattle judging techniques Dairy cattle judging techniques George W. Trimberger,William M. Etgen,David M. Galton x, 338 p. : 24 cm OL5261824W
Baby farm animals Baby farm animals Merrill Windsor Describes the characteristics and functions of a variety of domestic animals born and raised on farms. OL5365070W
Farm Animals (Beginners) Farm Animals (Beginners) K. Daynes,Katie Daynes Pour apprendre pourquoi les moutons sont tondus, comment le cochon fait pour ne pas avoir chaud, quels sont les animaux vivant sous l'eau, etc. OL8121173W
At the farm At the farm David M. Schwartz Introduces, in simple text and photographs, the characteristics of some of the animals that can be found on a farm. Includes a sheep, rooster, mouse, goat, pig, horse, and duckling. OL83698W
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