Book Description
For 17 years readers have turned to Storey Books for advice on raising animals. Our Modern Way series of six books has sold more than 1,000,000 copies. In an effort to provide readers with the best how-to animal books on the market we are completely updating all six Modern Way titles and reintroducing them as part of our Guide to Raising series.
Written by experts, these guides give novice and experienced livestock farmers all they need to know to successfully keep and profit from animals. Each book includes information on selection, housing, space requirements, breeding and birthing techniques, feeding, behavior, and health concerns and remedies for illness. The books also address the business of raising animals -- processing meat, milk, eggs, and more. The authors were chosen not only for their expertise but also for their ability to explain the ins and outs of animal husbandry in an inviting and authoritative manner.
Whether readers are ready to start an entire herd or flock or are considering purchasing their first animal, Storey's Guide to Raising series offers vital information; each book is an indispensable reference.
Customer Reviews:
Lots of good information.......2007-09-29
A great book for goat beginners-- lots of good, practical information. However, it does not seem geared toward those not pursuing the natural/organic approach to farming/livestock rearing, which we are. We're glad to have this book as a reference. But we are also glad to have a great friend who has been naturally/organically raising dairy goats for three decades as a good, solid resource for our "natural" questions.
great book!.......2007-09-22
Good and reliable information. If you are looking for an all around book that accurately covers the bases, than this is it.
A Good Place to Start.......2007-08-03
We were looking for information about goats. Milk is something we still buy from grocery stores and the possibility of making our own dairy products was interesting enough to look into. Not knowing anything about goats, we had to start somewhere.
I read the reviews below, and this looked like a good place to start. I can agree with much of what has been said by earlier reviewers, but still found this book to be worth the price and time to read. Yeah, it's not exhaustive - but I wasn't looking for the only reference on goats I'd ever need. It is directed towards dairy, rather than meat, and the information on handling milk and arranging work areas was useful. There was some discussion of the business aspects of dairy goats. A profitable business can require some hard decisions and callouse handling of livestock. These may not be some of the more pleasant aspects of raising livestock, but the author did not devote a tremendous amount of print to that aspect.
If you haven't raised goats and think there may be some possibilities, this is a good place to start.
Very Informative!.......2007-05-11
This is a great book for the beginner, like me. It touches on everything from A-Z and I can't believe how much I learned from 1 book. It is an easy read, has a great glossary. I feel like when I buy my first goats, I'll know better what to look for & how to prepare for them.
Storey's Guide to Raising Dairy Goats.......2007-04-04
Probably the best investment for a new dairy goat owner or anyone considering owning a dairy goat. Lots of information on different breeds, housing, health problems, and general information. This long time favorite and backyard goat owners handbook has stood the test of time with good reason.
Customer Reviews:
Five stars isn't enough for this book!.......2001-12-25
LIFE ON A GOAT FARM provides children of all ages with an in depth look at all aspects of goat farm life. The pictures, captions, and progressive story line are very interesting and entertaining. Kids are gaurenteed to love it!
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Raising Goats: The Backyard Dairy Alternative
David B. Weems
Manufacturer: Tab Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
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Animal Husbandry
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ASIN: 0830615342 |
Customer Reviews:
The Fabrication of Farmstead Goat Cheese.......2005-03-04
Jean-Claude Le Jaouen is one of the worlds foremost experts on goat cheese. He is the head of the goat cheese research section of the Institut Technique De L'Elevage Ovin Et Caprin which is headquartered in Paris
This book is one of the best written on the production of lactic cheese from goats but this is not the only audience that could gain from it's contents. He covers milk and the basic process of cheese making in such simplicity yet detail that every cheese maker should own this book.
The Content is quite clear with the simplest of organization
He begins the book with a bit about historical cheese in France and where it is at today with the emphasis on farmstead.
"remember this well: farmstead cheeses are always
made from raw milk, they are the true product of the land"
Pierre Androuet
He follows this with a discussion of milk and what to expect for quality from the different animals. Also what problems may occur, why they occur and what remedies can be taken
The next section deals with (and this is for all cheesemakers) a discussion of the principals of cheese making. Here he covers not only the various stages of converting milk to curd but the differences between lactic, rennet, and mixed curd cheese which is one of the best explanations of this I have seen. He compares and contrasts natural vs commercial starters and goes into quite a bit of detail on rennet.. What it is and how it works. This is all followed by good explanation of the curd: it's moulding draining and preparing for the aging room. This is all accompanied with photographs to give a good visual sense of the process.
The book then goes on to cover the making (including recipes) for 3 quite different cheeses with an emphasis on proper draining, drying and affinage (aging). He follows by describing very specific needs for the aging room and also what can go wrong here and how to correct it. He also has an entire section on considerations for building a dairy space.
He finishes the book with the last chapter 'A Dictionary of Goat Cheeses' which can be used as a valuable tool in deciding on the cheese you would like to make.
All in All, if you don't have this book .. Get It !
...I find it in most all libraries of the good cheese makers I know
Jim Wallace
10/18/04
book is available from.......2003-10-26
This book is currently available from cheese.com, brand new, for $28.70.
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Dairy goats
Diana Gregory
Manufacturer: Arco Pub. Co
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Binding: Unknown Binding
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Animal Husbandry
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ASIN: 0668039418 |
Book Description
This book deals with all aspects of goat culture, from breeding to feeding, together with the care and treatment of the milk and the making of butter and cheese. The author is well known for her writings and broadcast on the subject, for she draws from a thorough practical knowledge and a lifetime's experience. Contents Include : Why Not Keep a Goat? - Breeds and Strains - How to Choose a Goat - Housing - The Use and Abuse of Pasture - Feeding - Breeding - The In-Kid Nanny - Kid Rearing - Male Goats - General Management - Milking, and The Care of Milk - Butter and Cheese From Goats' Milk - How To Treat a Sick Goat - What Doctors Say About Goats' Milk
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- fantastic book for anyone serious about goats
- Topnotch resource for conformation and showing techniques
- Great book on fitting and showing goats
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Dairy Goat Judging Techniques
Harvey Considine
Manufacturer: Dairy Goat Journal
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
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ASIN: 0930848020 |
Customer Reviews:
fantastic book for anyone serious about goats.......2004-06-20
Very thorough book on evaluating the conformation of dairy goats, by the true expert, Harvey Considine. For anyone who shows or milks their goats. Chapters: Philosophy of Judging, Parts of a Dairy Goat, Use of the Score Card & Breed Standards for the Evaluation of Type, Evaluation of Defects, Disqualifications, Evaluating General Appearance, Evaluating Dairy Character, Evaluating Body Capacity, Mammary System, Type Deficiencies - Specific for Breed, Judging Etiquette & Ring Technique, Giving Reasons, Judging Classes of Milking Does, Judging Dry Stock, Judging Group Classes, Judging Bucks, Fitting & Showing, Judging Showmanship, Classification, Type Changes - Similarities & Differences by Age, Use of Production & Type Information.328 pages
Topnotch resource for conformation and showing techniques.......1998-12-18
For anyone who wants to learn more about conformation of the dairy goat, or learn and fine-tune their showing techniques, this is an outstanding resource. No serious goat breeder should be without this book in their library!
Great book on fitting and showing goats.......1998-08-29
Best book I have found for giving reasons why one goat is better than another in the show ring. Same reasons help in selecting a goat to purchase.
Book Description
A humorous recounting of how Coach Farm was created. Located in Columbia County in upstate New York, it is one of the largest goat dairies in the U.S., producing a line of goat cheeses made in the tradition of French farmstead goat cheese.
Customer Reviews:
Delightful Book!.......2005-10-25
This is not a "how to" manual, but a story of a love affair with goats and living a dream. Beautiful pictures as well. Great book.
Delighted this Cheesemaker!.......2004-12-06
Hilarious and true to my much smaller-scale experience raising goats and cheesemaking. Wonderful photography details life on the farm and in the cheeseplant. My husband and I read it aloud to one another while cooking dinner.
For a child.......2004-06-12
The book is one made for children. It is not an adult's informative book. Lots of large print and glossy photos.
Book Description
Fan your Stack-n-Whack fever with new and exciting fan quilt projects. Stack-n-Whack enthusiasts rejoice! This best-selling author, designer, and teacher is back with brand-new projects celebrating her hallmark process. Delight in 15 quilt projects, with an emphasis on fans of traditional and contemporary flavors. Beautiful fan blocks have simple, yet versatile settings. The same easy-to-follow format and charts as in Bethany's previous books will help you produce spectacular results. Large, step-by-step photographs guide you through the layering and cutting of multiple pieces to produce exciting, repeated patterns. AUTHORBIO: The originator of this highly successful quilting technique, "Stack-n-Whack", she also publishes her own quilt patterns as part of BSR Designs. REVIEW: If you are a fan of Stack-n-Whack you will need to get this wonderful addition to Bethany's S-n-W adventure.
Customer Reviews:
Magic Quilts by the Slice.......2007-08-23
As much fun as her other Stack-n-Whack Books, but a little harder to read. This would be for an intermediate capability quilter. It has some really neat quilts in it. Enjoyable.
So many ideas.......2005-10-26
I really love her newest book. Magic Quilts by the slice seems easier for me to understand and I like the ideas for quilts better than her first edition. Can't wait to start a Quilt.
A highly enjoyable guide for dedicated quilters.......2003-06-12
Magic Quilts By The Slice by knowledgeable quilting expert Bethany S. Reynolds is a do-it-yourself instructional quilting book offering patterns and techniques for the author's "Stack-n-Whack" process of swiftly and expertly creating gorgeous quilts. Eye-catching color illustrations and easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions make Magic Quilts By The Slice a highly enjoyable guide for dedicated quilters and needlecraft hobbyists everywhere.
Book Description
- Striking color photography
- Both Latin and common names always listed
- Clear, easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions for key tasks
- Indispensable charts detailing flowering and growth patterns, color, and essential notes
- Comprehensive information on aquatic plants, types of garden ponds, and planting combinations
- Useful hints and tips from the experts
Book Description
Personal accounts by parents who have responded to the daily challenge of making a life for and with a disabled child. Photographs and line drawings.
Customer Reviews:
Great Book!!!.......2004-03-23
This is the first book I read after finding about my son's condition. It will not help you to find the "cure" or "treatment" for your child. It will help you cope & understand.
Never see Bonnie in a prom gown?.......2004-02-11
I was annoyed by the story of the man who was sobbing because he "realized he'd never see Bonnie (daughter) in a prom gown." Though Bonnie had Down syndrome, she would most likely be able to attend a prom if she chose-- most schools that have ANY type of teenagers in them have proms!
After The Tears Is A Must Read!.......2002-06-30
I have worked with individuals experiencing disabilties and their families for several years. After The Tears is an honest, informative and poignant collection of experiences of families whose lives have been changed by a family member with a disability. This is a great resource for families and a MUST read for professionals and para professionals. It has raised my awareness and reminded me of both the strength and fragility of the families and individuals whom I have served.
after the tears.......2001-10-21
I am a parent of a child with a disability. This book was wonderfully written. It expressed many of the feelings I had when my child was born. I realized I am not alone. I have read many books about coping and this is the best one by far. It is also an easy read. I read it in one night.
Understanding Disabilities.......2000-09-11
I am a teacher who has never had a child with disabilities. This book really helped me understand what the parents of my students are going through. It is a great book for new parents or friends of parents with a baby with disabilities of any kind.
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