Release Date: 01 February, 2004
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Taking the goals and fundamental ideas of organic farming as a given, this work seeks to place the understanding of animal health and welfare within the context holistic organic farming settings. Drawing on research and practice in Europe, Vaarst (Danish Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Denmark), Roderick (Duchy College, UK), Lund (Swedish U. of Agricultural Sciences, Sweden), and Lockeretz (Tufts U., US) present 17 papers covering such topics as the historical role of animals in farming systems, the ethics of organic animal welfare, the role of animal behavior in animal husbandry, environmental issues, animal health and disease in organic farming, grassland management and parasite control, feed issues, and breeding strategies. Distributed by Oxford University Press.Copyright © 2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
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Text furthers the understanding of organic animal husbandry, and demonstrates practical solutions and innovative methods. Draws mainly on research and practical experience with organic farming in Europe. For those working within the areas of animal science, behavior and welfare, and veterinary medicine. DLC: Organic farming--Europe. Rating
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