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Item Details
Title:
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HARRIS ON THE PIG
PRACTICAL HINTS FOR THE PIG FARMER |
By: |
Joseph Harris |
Format: |
Paperback |
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£9.95 |
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ISBN 10: |
1558219781 |
ISBN 13: |
9781558219786 |
Publisher: |
ROWMAN & LITTLEFIELD |
Pub. date: |
1 August, 1999 |
Description: |
Illustrated throughout with helpful line drawings, "Harris on the Pig" is a veritable swine bible offering the serious breeder and casual reader alike a fine education in the practices of 20th century pig management. |
Synopsis: |
In this delightful, turn-of-the-century guide, farmer Joseph Harris dispenses comprehensive, time-honored teachings on the whys and wherefores of pig rearing. Included here is an introduction to various breeds of pigs such as the Lord Western Essex and the Chester County White, a common-sense approach to feeding, instruction on building piggeries and pens, plus dozens of other useful lessons -- all leavened with a healthy dose of humor. Gems of knowledge abound: Unlike the ox, who has four, the pig has but one stomach and therefore requires food containing a greater amount of nutriment in a given bulk. A well-bred pig won't waste energy wandering around the pen and will sleep threefourths of the time in winter. Also, insists Harris, pigpens should be cleaned daily. This few minute's work on the part of the farmer will soon lead pigs to form cleanly habits, which will in turn save on bedding. |
Illustrations: |
Ill. |
Publication: |
US |
Imprint: |
The Lyons Press |
Returns: |
Returnable |
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