Scientific Farm Animal Production: An Introduction to Animal Science, 12th edition

Published by Pearson (October 19, 2019) © 2020

  • Thomas G. Field University of Nebraska
  • Robert W. Taylor University Texas at Dallas
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  • Eight primary livestock industries are covered
  • An integrated perspective
  • A discussion of societal issues
  • End-of­chapter questions

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.

  • 1 Animal Contributions to Human Needs
  • 2 An Overview of the Livestock and Poultry Industries
  • 3 Red Meat Products
  • 4 Poultry and Egg Products
  • 5 Milk and Milk Products
  • 6 Wool and Mohair
  • 7 By-Products of Meat Animals
  • 8 Market Classes and Grades of Livestock, Poultry, and Eggs
  • 9 Visual Evaluation of Market Animals
  • 10 Reproduction
  • 11 Artificial Insemination, Estrous Synchronization, and Embryo Transfer
  • 12 Genetics
  • 13 Genetic Change Through Selection
  • 14 Mating Systems
  • 15 Nutrients and Their Functions
  • 16 Digestion and Absorption of Feed
  • 17 Providing Nutrients for Body Functions
  • 18 Growth and Development
  • 19 Lactation
  • 20 Adaptation to the Environment
  • 21 Animal Health
  • 22 Animal Behavior
  • 23 Issues in Animal Agriculture
  • 24 Beef Cattle Breeds and Breeding
  • 25 Feeding and Managing Beef Cattle
  • 26 Dairy Cattle Breeds and Breeding
  • 27 Feeding and Managing Dairy Cattle
  • 28 Swine Breeds and Breeding
  • 29 Feeding and Managing Swine
  • 30 Sheep and Goat Breeds and Breeding
  • 31 Feeding and Managing Sheep and Goats
  • 32 Horse Breeds and Breeding
  • 33 Feeding and Managing Horses
  • 34 Poultry Breeding, Feeding, and Management
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