Scientific Farm Animal Production: An Introduction to Animal Science
- ISBN-10
- 0135187257
- ISBN-13
- 9780135187258
- Series
- Scientific Farm Animal Production
- Category
- Livestock
- Pages
- 608
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2019-10-19
- Publisher
- Pearson
- Authors
- Robert Taylor, Thomas Field
Description
For introductory courses in animal science. Long-standing leader for introductory animal science courses Best-selling Scientific Farm Animal Production: An Introduction to Animal Science is the single best integrated resource combining a strong disciplinary focus with best practices in production for the major livestock and poultry industries. A detailed study of eight primary livestock industries is examined along with market forces affecting demand across the supply chain as well as related societal issues and challenges. The 12th edition has updated industry data and insights, improved graphics and images, and simplified material adding greater meaning for students without a livestock production background.
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Other editions
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- 2013-11-01
- 654 pages
- Paperback
- Pearson
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- 2013-10-03
- 654 pages
- Paperback
- Pearson Higher Ed
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- 2004
- 764 pages
- Paperback
- Pearson/Prentice Hall
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