Folk Methods of Breeding Livestock

Author: Huang Tamao, Huang Wenyu
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Publish Date: 1998-07-01
Features: Many skilled experts in cattle appraisal in ancient China once wrote "Cattle Appraisal Classics," leaving behind valuable experiences for later generations in identifying draft cattle. Since the domestication of horses by humans, numerous breeds have been developed, and "Horse Appraisal Classics" were summarized. Due to the passage of time, the long-standing "Cattle Appraisal Classics" and "Horse Appraisal Classics" have been lost, while "Pig Appraisal Classics" lack records, and the "Dog Appraisal Classics," "Sheep Appraisal Classics," and "Chicken Appraisal Classics" are scattered among the people, making them difficult to access. In recent years, the authors have reviewed a large number of ancient books and conducted in-depth visits to elderly farmers in rural areas, collecting a wealth of materials on cattle, pig, dog, horse, sheep, and chicken appraisal. These materials have been organized and compiled into the book "Folk Animal Appraisal Classics," dedicated to the. The book is rich in content, concise and clear, and easy to understand, combining both knowledge and practicality. It provides detailed methods for identifying the strengths and weaknesses of cattle, pigs, dogs, horses, sheep, and chickens, making it an indispensable practical guide for purchasing livestock.