Calf Rearing
Calf Rearing by Bill Thickett, published by Random House Australia in 1986, is a practical guide designed for specialist calf rearers and farmers focused on rearing dairy replacements. This edition spans 144 pages and is presented in English, offering insights into modern practices applicable in various situations. The book covers essential topics such as the four main housed rearing systems, their operational mechanisms, and criteria for selecting appropriate designs for conversions or new housing.
Readers will find comprehensive information on the general management of calves from birth to 12 weeks, alongside foundational knowledge of calf physiology and nutrition. The guide also emphasizes strategies to ensure calf health, making it a valuable resource for those involved in calf rearing. With its focus on practical guidance, this book serves as a useful reference for anyone looking to enhance their understanding of calf management and housing requirements.
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For specialist calf rearers and farmers rearing dairy replacements, this title offers practical guidance on proven modern practice as experienced in a variety of situations. Topics covered include the four main housed rearing systems – how they operate and how to choose between them; how to choose satisfactory designs for conversions or new housing and details of housing requirements for each system. Also covered are the general management of calves from birth to 12 weeks; the basics of calf physiology and nutrition; and how best to ensure calf health.
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