Storey's Guide to Raising Ducks, 2nd Edition: Breeds, Care, HealthWith 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. |
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Sommario
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2 External Features and Behavior | 13 |
3 Choosing the Right Duck | 23 |
4 Bantam Breeds | 30 |
5 Lightweight Breeds | 48 |
6 Mediumweight Breeds | 67 |
7 Heavyweight Breeds | 79 |
8 The Importance of Preserving Rare Breeds | 100 |
12 Incubation | 162 |
13 Rearing Ducklings | 186 |
14 Managing Adult Ducks | 215 |
15 Understanding Feeds | 249 |
16 Butchering | 260 |
17 Health and Physical Problems | 268 |
18 Showtime | 306 |
Appendixes | 315 |
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Storey's Guide to Raising Ducks, 2nd Edition: Breeds, Care, Health Dave Holderread Anteprima limitata - 2011 |
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