Feeding of Farm Animals in India

by P E Lander

ISBN: 9789371707381
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Imprint : Biotech
Year : 2026
Price : Rs. 19980.00
Biblio : xii+lii+492p., 45 plts., ind., 23 cm

About The Book

Described in detail are the fundamental principles and practical aspects of Animal Nutrition, in this book - with special reference to Indian conditions. The first part of the book discusses the constituents of, and different types of feeding stuffs and used for animals, and the methods by which they are digested and made available for animals. A review has also been given of the general principles involved in feeding for maintenance and production, and of the chief standards by which a reasonable measure of exactitude may be attained in computing rations for particular purposes. And, the second part deals with feedstuffs for, and feeding requirements of specific farm animals: cattle and buffaloes, sheep, goats, horses and mules, camels, pigs, and poultry. Aptly illustrated and enriched with tables of scientific data, the volume holds an enduring appear for both, scientists and farmers. Contents: Chapter 1: The Soil, Chapter 2: Constituents of Feeding Stuffs, Chapter 3: Digestion, Absorption and Utilization of Food, Chapter 4: General Principles of Maintenance and Production, Chapter 5: Feeding Standard and Balanced Rations, Chapter 6: Feeding Stuffs, Chapter 7: The Preparation and Storage of Feeding Stuffs, Chapter 8: Some Harmful Foods and Femine Fodders, Chapter 9: Feeding of Cattle and Buffaloes, Chapter 10: Sheep, Chapter 11: Feeding of Goats, Chapter 12: Feeding of Horses and Mules, Chapter 13: Camels, Chapter 14: Pigs, Chapter 15: Feeding of Poultry, Chapter 16: The Economics of Feeding.