An Introduction to Animal Husbandry in the Tropics

The fifth edition of this book has been completely revised and brought up-to-date, with a new co-author. It is still the most authoritative and comprehensive book on the development and production of domestic livestock in the tropics. "The fifth edition of An Introduction to Animal Husbandry in the Tropics has been significantly expanded and rewritten to ensure its continuing success as the most authoritative and comprehensive book on the development and production of domestic livestock in the tropics. The original concept of the text has been retained, but four new chapters have been added to take account of the increasing knowledge on various aspects of animal husbandry."--BOOK JACKET. "An Introduction to Animal Husbandry in the Tropics remains a must for all those interested or actively involved in agricultural and rural development in the tropics."--Jacket The titth edition of An Introduction to Animal Husbandry in the Tropics has been significantly expanded and rewritten to ensure its continuing success as the most authoritative and comprehensive book on the development and production of domestic livestock in the tropics. The original concept of the text has been retained but four new chapters have been added to take account of the increasing knowledge on various aspects of animal husbandry.