Practical Cattle Farming

 Practical Cattle Farming

Practical Cattle Farming by Kat Bazeley and Alastair Hayton provides practical guidance on beef and dairy cattle production, from newborn calf care to adult herd management. It covers nutrition, housing, grazing, fertility, disease prevention, and animal welfare, combining veterinary expertise with current scientific knowledge. Illustrated with colour photographs and diagrams, the book helps farmers identify common problems, improve herd health, and manage cattle operations effectively.

Key Features:

• Covers the fundamentals of beef and dairy cattle production
• Explains calf rearing and management throughout the animal's life
• Discusses cattle nutrition, feeding, and housing
• Provides guidance on grazing and pasture management
• Explores fertility management and common reproductive problems
• Examines disease prevention, diagnosis, and control
• Highlights cattle welfare and relevant animal welfare legislation
• Addresses practical and economic aspects of cattle farming
• Includes colour photographs, diagrams, and explanatory illustrations
• Suitable for cattle farmers, veterinary professionals, and agricultural students