The Science of Animal Agriculture / Edition 1

by Ray V Herren

Overview

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Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780827345461
Publisher:	Cengage Learning
Publication date:	06/28/1993
Pages:	335
Product dimensions:	7.88(w) x 9.66(h) x 0.79(d)

About the Author

Ray V. Herren has been actively involved in agriculture for most of his life. He grew up on a diversified farm, where he played a major role in the production of livestock. He obtained a bachelor of science degree in agricultural education from Auburn University, a master's degree in agribusiness education from Alabama A & M, and a doctorate in vocational education (with an emphasis in agricultural education) from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. Dr. Herren has taught at Virginia Tech, Oregon State University, and the University of Georgia in Athens, where he recently retired as head of the Department of Agriculture Leadership, Education, and Communication. In addition to being a national leader in the Future Farmers of America (FFA) Alumni organization, he has served on numerous committees from the local to international level, including a national task force to develop FFA programs for middle school and the National Committee for Career Development Events. His prolific scholarly activity includes 26 journal articles, 51 invited or refereed presentations, and 12 books and manuals. He has also earned several awards for his commitment to service, as well as UGA's prestigious College of Education Outstanding Teaching Award.

Table of Contents

CHAPTER 1: Animal Agriculture as Science.
CHAPTER 2: The Classification of Agricultural Animals.
CHAPTER 3: The Beef Industry.
CHAPTER 4: The Dairy Industry.
CHAPTER 5: The Swine Industry.
CHAPTER 6: The Poultry Industry.
CHAPTER 7: The Sheep Industry.
CHAPTER 8: The Horse Industry.
CHAPTER 9: The Agriculture Industry.
CHAPTER 10: The Small Animal Industry.
CHAPTER 11: Alternative Animal Agriculture.
CHAPTER 12: Animal Behavior.
CHAPTER 13: Animal Genetics.
CHAPTER 14: The Scientific Selection of Animals.
CHAPTER 15: Animal Reproduction.
CHAPTER 16: Animal Growth and Development.
CHAPTER 17: Animal Nutrition.
CHAPTER 18: Meat Science.
CHAPTER 19: Parasites of Agricultural Animals.
CHAPTER 20: Diseases of Agricultural Animals.
CHAPTER 21: The Issues of Animal Welfare.
CHAPTER 22: Consumer Concerns. GLOSSARY. REFERENCES. INDEX.