Cattle and Cattle-breedersGood Press, 19/12/2019 - 203 páginas In William McCombie's 'Cattle and Cattle-breeders', the author delves into the world of animal husbandry and the art of breeding cattle in the 19th century. McCombie presents a detailed and insightful account of the various cattle breeds, their characteristics, and the best practices for breeding them. Written in a clear and informative style, the book serves as a valuable resource for farmers and livestock breeders, shedding light on the importance of selective breeding and the impact it has on the quality of cattle. McCombie's work is a significant contribution to the literature on agricultural practices and livestock management in the Victorian era. His meticulous attention to detail and his thorough research make this book a compelling read for anyone interested in the history of animal husbandry and agriculture. William McCombie, a renowned cattle breeder and expert in his field, draws on his own experiences and expertise to provide readers with valuable insights and practical knowledge. His passion for cattle breeding shines through in the pages of this book, making it a must-read for those looking to deepen their understanding of livestock management and breeding techniques. 'Cattle and Cattle-breeders' is a seminal work that will appeal to scholars, farmers, and anyone with an interest in the history of agriculture. |
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... four year olds, and never going beyond £11 per head. The highest figure at that time for feeding-cattle at Falkirk Tryst was about £13. On Tuesday morning he came to my cattle, and inspected them first of any he looked at, and asked ...
... four year olds, and never going beyond £11 per head. The highest figure at that time for feeding-cattle at Falkirk Tryst was about £13. On Tuesday morning he came to my cattle, and inspected them first of any he looked at, and asked ...
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... four tens (I had often to divide lots of cattle for my customers when I was in the lean-cattle trade). The cattle are first cut through as equally as possible; the two divisions are then cut through again, and you have thus four tens ...
... four tens (I had often to divide lots of cattle for my customers when I was in the lean-cattle trade). The cattle are first cut through as equally as possible; the two divisions are then cut through again, and you have thus four tens ...
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... four tens; and when this was the case, I had to decide what was the difference and tell the buyers. If you draw, say, No. 1, being the most valuable lot, you must pay to the gentleman drawing No. 2, an inferior lot, the sum of £2, £3 ...
... four tens; and when this was the case, I had to decide what was the difference and tell the buyers. If you draw, say, No. 1, being the most valuable lot, you must pay to the gentleman drawing No. 2, an inferior lot, the sum of £2, £3 ...
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... four he had never bought; and when the lot was counted to be joined to the drove, they would not number more than ninety-five. I advertised for them, and had a man in Buchan a week searching for them; and when I told Thom in Edinburgh ...
... four he had never bought; and when the lot was counted to be joined to the drove, they would not number more than ninety-five. I advertised for them, and had a man in Buchan a week searching for them; and when I told Thom in Edinburgh ...
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... four or five o'clock in the morning, breakfasted, and not tasted food till six o'clock at night. The weather was so bad on one occasion that man and beast were up to the knees in mud. I had my beasts standing near one of the gates. Mr ...
... four or five o'clock in the morning, breakfasted, and not tasted food till six o'clock at night. The weather was so bad on one occasion that man and beast were up to the knees in mud. I had my beasts standing near one of the gates. Mr ...
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