| Author | : American Poultry Association |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 440 |
| Release | : 1923 |
| Genre | : Poultry |
| ISBN | : |
Standard Perfection Poultry Book
| Author | : C. Shoemaker |
| Publisher | : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform |
| Total Pages | : 196 |
| Release | : 2017-06-19 |
| Genre | : |
| ISBN | : 9781548233853 |
This special re-print edition of "Standard Perfection Poultry" written by C.C. Shoemaker is a comprehensive guide to raising your own meat and eggs, and a directory of the best standard breeds of chickens, turkeys, ducks, and geese. This old gem of a book covers topics including: Advice to Poultry Raisers, Brood Coops, Breeds and Breeding, Construction of Houses, Diseases and How to Prevent and Cure Them, Dressing and Shipping, Duck Hatching and Raising, Marketing Eggs and Poultry and more. Also contains illustrations and diagrams. Note: This edition is a perfect facsimile of the original book and is not set in a modern typeface. As a result, some characters and images might suffer from slight imperfections, blurring, or minor shadows in the page background. This book appears exactly as it did when it was first printed.
The American Standard of Perfection ...
| Author | : American Poultry Association |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 286 |
| Release | : 1900 |
| Genre | : Poultry |
| ISBN | : |
Storey's Illustrated Guide to Poultry Breeds
| Author | : Carol Ekarius |
| Publisher | : Storey Publishing, LLC |
| Total Pages | : 289 |
| Release | : 2016-07-18 |
| Genre | : Technology & Engineering |
| ISBN | : 1612128432 |
More than 128 birds strut their stuff across the pages of this definitive primer for intrepid poultry farmers and feather fanciers alike. From the Manx Rumpy to the Redcap and the Ancona duck to his Aylesbury cousin, each breed is profiled with a brief history, detailed descriptions of identifying characteristics, and colorful photography. Comprehensive and fun, Storey’s Illustrated Guide to Poultry Breeds celebrates the personalities and charming good looks of North America’s quirkiest barnyard birds and waterfowl.
The Wyandotte Standard and Breed Book
| Author | : Harold Alvah Nourse |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 416 |
| Release | : 1919 |
| Genre | : Wyandotte chicken |
| ISBN | : |
British Poultry Standards
| Author | : Victoria Roberts |
| Publisher | : John Wiley & Sons |
| Total Pages | : 481 |
| Release | : 2009-03-16 |
| Genre | : Technology & Engineering |
| ISBN | : 1444309382 |
British Poultry Standards 6th edition is the official reference toall the recognised Poultry Standards in Great Britain. It containscomplete specifications together with judging points for allstandardised breeds and varieties, as compiled by the specialistBreed Clubs and recognised by the Poultry Club of GreatBritain. Breeding and exhibiting poultry is a long-held tradition as well asa popular and rewarding hobby. The work of the Breed Clubs and themany dedicated breeders in preserving the pure breeds is vital inmaintaining our breeds of poultry not only for the culturalheritage of future generations but also as a gene bank for thecommercial world. Under the guardianship of the Poultry Club ofGreat Britain, this book details the authorised standards ofexcellence for each breed. New to this edition: * New and improved colour images for many breeds, now with almost300 colour photographs. * The inclusion of silhouettes to show the perfect shape for eachbreed. * An additional 14 breeds are covered.
The Chicken Encyclopedia
| Author | : Gail Damerow |
| Publisher | : Storey Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 321 |
| Release | : 2012-01-31 |
| Genre | : Technology & Engineering |
| ISBN | : 1603425616 |
From addled to wind egg and crossed beak to zygote, the terminology of everything chicken is demystified in The Chicken Encyclopedia. Complete with breed descriptions, common medical concerns, and plenty of chicken trivia, this illustrated A-to-Z reference guide is both informative and entertaining. Covering tail types, breeding, molting, communication, and much more, Gail Damerow provides answers to all of your chicken questions and quandaries. Even seasoned chicken farmers are sure to discover new information about the multifaceted world of these fascinating birds.
Genetics of the Fowl
| Author | : F. B. Hutt |
| Publisher | : Norton Creek Press |
| Total Pages | : 605 |
| Release | : 2003-05 |
| Genre | : Chickens |
| ISBN | : 0972177035 |
This has been the indispensable companion of chicken breeders since its introduction in 1949. Chapters include the genetics of plumage, egg production, body size, disease resistance, and much more. (Animals/Pets)
