01623cam a2200313 4500 553014224 TxAuBib 20140506120000.0 131125|||||||||||||||||||||||||||||eng|u 2013046366 9781612121253 pbk. : alk. paper 161212125X pbk. : alk. paper 9781612121307 hardcover : alk. paper 1612121306 hardcover : alk. paper 9781612124629 ebook 1612124623 ebook DNAL/DLC eng rda DNAL TxAuBib Sponenberg, D. Phillip, 1953-, (Dan Phillip.) An introduction to heritage breeds / by D. Philip Sponenberg, DVM, Jeannette Beranger, Alison Martin of The Livestock Conservancy. 239pages26 cm. Includes bibliographical references and index. Introduction: What heritage breeds are and why they matter -- Some background on breeds -- How heritage breeds fit into landscapes and farms -- Which species is right for you? -- Getting started with heritage breeds -- Basic breed maintenance -- Choosing a heritage breed project for your farm -- The art and science of breeding -- Rescues of breeds, strains, and animals -- Boost your participation by joining with others -- Conclusion: Heritage breeds: a future for you and for agriculture. 20140506. Livestock Conservation. Livestock Breeding. Livestock breeds Conservation. Beranger, Jeannette. Martin, Alison, 1962-