Author: Prof. J. P. C. Greyling
Publisher: Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing
ISBN: 178676086X
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 323
Book Description
Discusses research on factors affecting carcass composition and meat quality; Reviews advances in breeding such as the use of molecular markers; Summarises key developments in understanding and improving the health and welfare of sheep
Achieving sustainable production of sheep
Author: Prof. J. P. C. Greyling
Publisher: Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing
ISBN: 178676086X
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 323
Book Description
Discusses research on factors affecting carcass composition and meat quality; Reviews advances in breeding such as the use of molecular markers; Summarises key developments in understanding and improving the health and welfare of sheep
Publisher: Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing
ISBN: 178676086X
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 323
Book Description
Discusses research on factors affecting carcass composition and meat quality; Reviews advances in breeding such as the use of molecular markers; Summarises key developments in understanding and improving the health and welfare of sheep
Achieving Sustainable Production of Sheep
Author: J. P. C. Greyling
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781786760852
Category : Sheep farming
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781786760852
Category : Sheep farming
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Understanding and improving the functional and nutritional properties of milk
Author: Prof Thom Huppertz
Publisher: Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing
ISBN: 1786768216
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 540
Book Description
Comprehensive coverage of the latest research in isolating and analysing the diverse range of compounds in milk Reviews the genetic factors that affect milk composition, as well as the ways milk chemistry can affect sensory quality Explores the importance of milk as a valuable commodity
Publisher: Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing
ISBN: 1786768216
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 540
Book Description
Comprehensive coverage of the latest research in isolating and analysing the diverse range of compounds in milk Reviews the genetic factors that affect milk composition, as well as the ways milk chemistry can affect sensory quality Explores the importance of milk as a valuable commodity
Improving integrated pest management in horticulture
Author: Prof Rosemary Collier
Publisher: Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing
ISBN: 1786767554
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 346
Book Description
Reviews the latest research on the advances in IPM strategies for insect and disease control in horticultural crops Highlights the challenges of using alternative methods of control successfully in IPM programmes (e.g. biopesticides, bioprotectants, biostimulants) Provides examples of the practical implementation of IPM strategies to an array of horticultural crops (cucurbits, tomatoes, potatoes, cabbage, cauliflower) in differing environments (greenhouses, protected cultivation)
Publisher: Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing
ISBN: 1786767554
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 346
Book Description
Reviews the latest research on the advances in IPM strategies for insect and disease control in horticultural crops Highlights the challenges of using alternative methods of control successfully in IPM programmes (e.g. biopesticides, bioprotectants, biostimulants) Provides examples of the practical implementation of IPM strategies to an array of horticultural crops (cucurbits, tomatoes, potatoes, cabbage, cauliflower) in differing environments (greenhouses, protected cultivation)
Advances in postharvest management of cereals and grains
Author: Prof. Dirk E. Maier
Publisher: Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing
ISBN: 1786763540
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 360
Book Description
Reviews latest research on causes of cereal postharvest losses Comprehensive review of the strengths and weakness of different technologies to control postharvest insect pests of cereals Covers latest research on the detection and control of fungal contaminants
Publisher: Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing
ISBN: 1786763540
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 360
Book Description
Reviews latest research on causes of cereal postharvest losses Comprehensive review of the strengths and weakness of different technologies to control postharvest insect pests of cereals Covers latest research on the detection and control of fungal contaminants
Understanding the behaviour and improving the welfare of chickens
Author: Professor Christine Nicol
Publisher: Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing
ISBN: 1786764245
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 454
Book Description
Very strong focus on key advances in understanding chicken behaviour, including sensory perception, pain and stress responses, learning and cognition as well as social behaviour Coverage of latest wearable, video and acoustic technologies to monitor chicken welfare Comprehensive coverage of welfare issues across the value chain, from hatcheries to catching, transport and slaughter
Publisher: Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing
ISBN: 1786764245
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 454
Book Description
Very strong focus on key advances in understanding chicken behaviour, including sensory perception, pain and stress responses, learning and cognition as well as social behaviour Coverage of latest wearable, video and acoustic technologies to monitor chicken welfare Comprehensive coverage of welfare issues across the value chain, from hatcheries to catching, transport and slaughter
Improving poultry meat quality
Author: Prof Massimiliano Petracci
Publisher: Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing
ISBN: 1801461058
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 299
Book Description
Considers the impact of dietary background and availability of key nutrients and micronutrients on poultry meat quality Reviews the key quality defects associated with poultry muscle development, including dorsal cranial myopathy (DCM), pale soft exudative (PSE) and intramuscular connective tissue (ICMT) Provides a detailed assessment of the individual quality traits consumer expectations are driven by (colour, texture and flavour)
Publisher: Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing
ISBN: 1801461058
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 299
Book Description
Considers the impact of dietary background and availability of key nutrients and micronutrients on poultry meat quality Reviews the key quality defects associated with poultry muscle development, including dorsal cranial myopathy (DCM), pale soft exudative (PSE) and intramuscular connective tissue (ICMT) Provides a detailed assessment of the individual quality traits consumer expectations are driven by (colour, texture and flavour)
Optimising poultry flock health
Author: Professor Sjaak de Wit
Publisher: Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing
ISBN: 1786768895
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 311
Book Description
Provides an authoritative review on recent research undertaken on understanding the mechanisms of transmission of major poultry diseases (Avian Influenza, Salmonella) Reviews best practices for preventing and/or controlling disease outbreaks in poultry, including health monitoring, vaccinations and improved biosecurity measures Considers how bird health can be optimised at multiple stages of production, focussing on chicks, broilers, layers and breeders
Publisher: Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing
ISBN: 1786768895
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 311
Book Description
Provides an authoritative review on recent research undertaken on understanding the mechanisms of transmission of major poultry diseases (Avian Influenza, Salmonella) Reviews best practices for preventing and/or controlling disease outbreaks in poultry, including health monitoring, vaccinations and improved biosecurity measures Considers how bird health can be optimised at multiple stages of production, focussing on chicks, broilers, layers and breeders
Advances in poultry nutrition
Author: Professor Todd J. Applegate
Publisher: Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing
ISBN: 1801467323
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 382
Book Description
Reviews the development of novel feed sources as feed for poultry, focussing on the use of essential oils, macroalgae, microalgae and corn fermented protein Addresses the recent advances in understanding the role of individual nutrients and additives in poultry nutrition Considers the range of methods and techniques implementable to maintain the safety of poultry feed and prevent mycotoxin contamination
Publisher: Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing
ISBN: 1801467323
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 382
Book Description
Reviews the development of novel feed sources as feed for poultry, focussing on the use of essential oils, macroalgae, microalgae and corn fermented protein Addresses the recent advances in understanding the role of individual nutrients and additives in poultry nutrition Considers the range of methods and techniques implementable to maintain the safety of poultry feed and prevent mycotoxin contamination
Improving standards and certification in agri-food supply chains
Author: Professor Louise Manning
Publisher: Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing
ISBN: 1801464529
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
Considers a range of techniques used for measuring compliance and improving performance across the agri-food supply chain, including those used to measure on-farm carbon footprints and biodiversity Provides a useful and comprehensive context to the role of governments and other food safety agencies in setting safety, quality and sustainability standards for global agri-food supply chains Reviews the key issues in developing voluntary standards, focussing on those encountered during the development of robust carbon-neutral and biodiversity offsetting certification schemes
Publisher: Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing
ISBN: 1801464529
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
Considers a range of techniques used for measuring compliance and improving performance across the agri-food supply chain, including those used to measure on-farm carbon footprints and biodiversity Provides a useful and comprehensive context to the role of governments and other food safety agencies in setting safety, quality and sustainability standards for global agri-food supply chains Reviews the key issues in developing voluntary standards, focussing on those encountered during the development of robust carbon-neutral and biodiversity offsetting certification schemes