Biology of Breeding Poultry

Biology of Breeding Poultry (Poultry Science Symposium Series)

Edited by Paul M.Hocking Publisher: CABI; 2009 ISBN-10: 1845933753 ISBN-13: 978-1845933753 464 pages

This book reviews the biological science and background to breeding meat poultry, specifically broiler, turkey and duck. These commercial birds have been changed by genetic selection to such an extent that they are substantially different from traditional breeds and laying hens. Covering science, management and husbandry systems, this comprehensive text provides the most up to date collection of papers on the topic from a range of international experts.

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