Download or read book Raising the Home Duck Flock written by Dave Holderread and published by Storey Books. This book was released on 1978 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explains how to select ducks, rear ducklings, feed and provide health care for them, as well as the characteristics of various breeds
Download or read book Raising the Home Duck Flock written by Dave Holderread and published by . This book was released on 1983 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Storey s Guide to Raising Ducks 2nd Edition written by Dave Holderread and published by Storey Publishing. This book was released on 2011-02-05 with total page 369 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With in-depth information on feeding, housing, behavior, and health care, this comprehensive guide also provides proven strategies for creating a profitable business plan and marketing your products. Whether you’re about to acquire your first ducks or are interested in experimenting with rare breeds, Storey’s Guide to Raising Ducks will help you achieve your duck-raising goals.
Download or read book The Home Duck Flock written by Dave Holderread and published by . This book was released on 1978 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Fresh Eggs Daily written by Lisa Steele and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More than ever, Americans care about the quality and safety of the food they eat. They're bringing back an American tradition: raising their own backyard chickens for eggs and companionship. And they care about the quality of life of their chickens. Fresh Eggs Daily is an authoritative, accessible guide to coops, nesting boxes, runs, breeding, feed, and natural health care with time-tested remedies. The author promotes the benefits of keeping chickens happy and well-occupied, and in optimal health, free of chemicals and antibiotics. She emphasizes the therapeutic value of herbs and natural supplements to maintaining a healthy environment for your chickens. Includes many "recipes" and 8 easy DIY projects for the coop and run. Full color photos throughout. The USDA's new study of urban chicken raising sees a 400% increase in backyard chickens over the next 5 years, driven by younger adults.
Download or read book The Resilient Gardener written by Carol Deppe and published by Chelsea Green Publishing. This book was released on 2010-10-05 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Scientist/gardener Carol Deppe combines her passion for organic gardening with newly emerging scientific information from many fields — resilience science, climatology, climate change, ecology, anthropology, paleontology, sustainable agriculture, nutrition, health, and medicine. In the last half of The Resilient Gardener, Deppe extends and illustrates these principles with detailed information about growing and using five key crops: potatoes, corn, beans, squash, and eggs. In this book you’ll learn how to: •Garden in an era of unpredictable weather and climate change •Grow, store, and use more of your own staple crops •Garden efficiently and comfortably (even if you have a bad back) •Grow, store, and cook different varieties of potatoes and save your own potato seed •Grow the right varieties of corn to make your own gourmet-quality fast-cooking polenta, cornbread, parched corn, corn cakes, pancakes and even savory corn gravy •Make whole-grain, corn-based breads and cakes using the author’s original gluten-free recipes involving no other grains, artificial binders, or dairy products •Grow and use popbeans and other grain legumes •Grow, store, and use summer, winter, and drying squash •Keep a home laying flock of ducks or chickens; integrate them with your gardening, and grow most of their feed. The Resilient Gardener is both a conceptual and a hands-on organic gardening book, and is suitable for vegetable gardeners at all levels of experience. Resilience here is broadly conceived and encompasses a full range of problems, from personal hard times such as injuries, family crises, financial problems, health problems, and special dietary needs (gluten intolerance, food allergies, carbohydrate sensitivity, and a need for weight control) to serious regional and global disasters and climate change. It is a supremely optimistic as well as realistic book about how resilient gardeners and their vegetable gardens can flourish even in challenging times and help their communities to survive and thrive through everything that comes their way — from tomorrow through the next thousand years. Organic gardening, vegetable gardening, self-sufficiency, subsistence gardening, gluten-free living.
Download or read book Ducks written by Cherie Langlois and published by CompanionHouse Books. This book was released on 2008 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A flock of frolicking waterfowl can be a lively addition to any hobby farm, and "Ducks" offers essential information on tending a small-scale flock, with full-color photos, a handy glossary, and advice from experienced duck farmers, it's a must-read for those drawn to ducks for their striking colors, their spirited personalities, and the valuable products they provide for home and market.
Download or read book Ducks written by Cherie Langlois and published by Fox Chapel Publishing. This book was released on 2011-05-03 with total page 161 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by hobby farmer Cherie Langlois from Washington state, Ducks is a fantastic overview of these entertaining and adaptable waterfowl. The author begins by asking "What do these water-crazy birds have that make them as much an asset to farms as landlubbing poultry?" She provides many answers that defend the virtues and versatility of ducks and argues that the duck is superior to the ubiquitous chicken in many ways. As a zoologist, Langlois has a gift for elucidating the details of the waterfowl's anatomy, traits and behavior, all revealed in the first chapter "Meet the Duck." She proceeds by leading readers through the process of choosing the right ducks for their hobby farm, considering the various domestic breeds (from bantams to heavyweights) as well as the sex of the birds and number of birds/breeds ideal for beginning a hobby-farm flock.The book offers advice on housing these very adaptable birds that thrive in various climates and regions throughout the world: space requirements, ventilation, flooring, feeders, and fencing. Naturally, ducks need water to thrive in the form of an existing lake, a manmade pond or simple duck pools, all discussed in the housing chapter. "The Duck Diet" chapter discusses the nutritional needs of the flock and various feeding options farmers and ranchers can consider. Seasoned duck aficionados interested in getting into the business of ducklings will find much information in the breeding chapter, which catalogs methods for hatching, incubators, mama duck and baby care, and more. The health of livestock is always a major consideration for the hobby farmer, and the chapter "Flock Health and Handling" offers a mini course in disease prevention, proper hygiene, recognizing symptoms of illnesses, and dealing with common maladies.The advantages of duck farming;the superior quality of duck eggs, down, and meat--are the focal point of the final chapter "Harvesting the Rewards," likely the first chapter the dubious duck farmer will read prior to taking the dive into ducks. The book concludes with appendices of endangered duck breeds and duck diseases, resources, a glossary of terms, and a complete index.
Download or read book Storey s Guide to Raising Ducks 2nd Edition written by Dave Holderread and published by Storey Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2011-01-19 with total page 369 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With in-depth information on feeding, housing, behavior, and health care, this comprehensive guide also provides proven strategies for creating a profitable business plan and marketing your products. Whether you’re about to acquire your first ducks or are interested in experimenting with rare breeds, Storey’s Guide to Raising Ducks will help you achieve your duck-raising goals.
Download or read book Duck Eggs Daily written by Lisa Steele and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide to raising backyard ducks for eggs and companionship. Includes pictures and brief descriptions of various duck breeds and recipes using duck eggs.
Download or read book The Book of Geese written by Dave Holderread and published by Hen House Publishing Company. This book was released on 1981 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Domestic Duck Production written by Peter Cherry and published by CABI. This book was released on 2008-01-01 with total page 253 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ducks are kept for profit in a great diversity of circumstances in both temperate and tropical climates. Outlining the biology of the domestic duck, this book provides quantitative descriptions of nutritional and environmental effects on growing and breeding ducks, as well as practical advice on husbandry, housing and management.
Download or read book Raising Ducks 101 written by Zoe Emma and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-12-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Raising Ducks 101: The Essential Guide to Raising Thriving Ducks for Eggs, Meat, and Delightful Companionship" will take you on an enlightening trip into the lovely world of duck raising. This in-depth book reveals the delights and rewards of duck ownership, enabling both novices and seasoned enthusiasts to raise a healthy flock of feathery pals. Delve into the enthralling world of duck breeds, from the regal Pekin to the quirky Muscovy, each with its own distinct charm and personality. Learn the fundamentals of duck care, including housing, feeding, health, and breeding methods, to ensure your ducks thrive under your supervision. Take advantage of duck eggs' culinary flexibility by discovering their rich flavor and nutritional profile, which will lend a gourmet touch to your culinary masterpieces. Indulge in healthful, protein-rich meals that excite the taste senses by savoring the exquisite taste of home-raised duck meat. Discover practical duckling care strategies and practices for fostering these charming bundles of fluff from their tender beginnings. Learn how to make a duck-friendly refuge by establishing a safe and engaging environment that supports their well-being. Navigate the complexities of duck health, learning how to diagnose, avoid, and cure common diseases. Begin the exciting experience of duck breeding, growing your flock, and carrying on the tradition of these magnificent creatures. Immerse yourself in the amusing antics and fascinating personalities of ducks, as you observe their unique combination of intellect and playfulness. Witness the transformational power of ducks as natural pest controllers, keeping undesirable insects out of your garden and backyard. Enjoy the serenity of a backyard pond surrounded with beautiful ducks, creating a calm and scenic haven in your own domain. "Raising Ducks 101" is your go-to book for discovering the joys and rewards of duck ownership. Whether you're a seasoned duck enthusiast or a curious rookie, this thorough guide will provide you with the knowledge and experience you need to raise a successful flock of feathery friends. Accept the quacktastic world of ducks now and start on an exciting adventure filled with camaraderie, gastronomic pleasures, and pleasant encounters.
Download or read book Day Range Poultry written by Andrew W. Lee and published by Good Earth Publications. This book was released on 2002 with total page 318 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Including the management of breeder flocks, egg handling, incubating secrets, hatchery efficiency, building shelters, marketing, advertising, soils regeneration, processing poultry humanely and efficiently, and much, much, more!
Download or read book Raising Ducks 2 written by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations and published by Fao. This book was released on 1997 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Initially published by arrangement with INADES, Institut africain pour le developpement economique et social, Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire, the Better Farming Series booklets are designed as handbooks for intermediate-level agricultural education and training courses. They may be purchased as a set (45 booklets) or singly."
Download or read book How To Raise Chickens written by Christine Heinrichs and published by Voyageur Press. This book was released on 2007-03-15 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whichever comes first for you, the chicken or the egg, this book shows you what to do next. In this hands-on, easy-to-use guidebook, longtime chicken breeder and poultry expert Christine Heinrichs tells you everything you need to know to raise chickens in your backyard—from laying out the yard and designing a coop to choosing breeds, caring for chicks, egging, sexing, and butchering. Whether you’re interested in rare breeds or the garden variety; whether you want to show your chickens or serve them, this brightly illustrated, clearly written guide will prove an indispensable resource.
Download or read book Backyard Ducks for Absolute Beginners written by Jim Bunting and published by . This book was released on 2021-08-08 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Raising backyard ducks is a great way to supply your family with farm fresh eggs, and their quirky antics and personalities make ducks a fun addition to your backyard flock. Raising ducklings is a little different that chicks, this is everything I learned when raising my first duck flock. This book provides you an in-depth knowledge of breeds, feeding, water, egg production, incubation process, housing, behavior, health care, plant on yard landscape.
