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Fundamentals in Poultry Breeding: A Complete Guide to the Successful Breeding ofChickens, Turkeys, Ducks and Geese - Paperback

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by Jackson Chambers (Introduction by), Reliable Poultry Journal (Author)

This special re-print edition of Reliable Poultry Journal's book "Fundamentals in Poultry Breeding" is a complete guide to breeding chickens, bantams, turkeys, ducks and geese. Written in 1921, this classic text contains everything needed to raise chickens, bantams, turkeys and waterfowl as a hobby or as a food source. Included are details on breeding and selecting poultry, be it for exhibition purposes, for meat purposes or for egg production, that will be of benefit to not only the beginner, but also the expert. Chapters include The Qualities of Breeds and Qualifications of Breeders, Breed Shape and Type in Fowls, The Colors and Color Patterns of Fowls, The Laws o Reproduction and Improvement by Selection, Darwinism and Mendelism in Poultry Breeding, Principles of Inbreeding and Linebreeding, Breeding Fowls for the Table, Breeding for Egg Production, Breeding for Eggs and Meat, Principles of Standard Making, The Systematic Mating of Standard Fowls, Standard Breeds of Turkeys, Standard Breeds of Ducks and Standard Breeds of Geese. Lavishly illustrated with historic drawings, diagrams and hundreds of photos of assorted poultry and waterfowl breeds. Note: This edition is a perfect facsimile of the original edition and is not set in a modern typeface. As a result, some type characters and images might suffer from slight imperfections or minor shadows in the page background.

Number of Pages: 168 Dimensions: 0.36 x 11.02 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: July 27, 2016
Why Buy from Us

Why Buy From Gone Broody?

Real help. Practical guidance. No high-pressure sales pitch.

Gone Broody was built for customers who want more than a product page and a Buy Now button. We specialize in poultry products, from everyday flock supplies and incubation equipment to chicken coop kits, fully assembled coops, and large custom builds.

More importantly, we actually help you sort through the options. We’ll talk through your flock, your property, your goals, and your budget and help you find the product that makes the most sense for how you actually keep chickens.

We’d rather help you buy the right thing than the most expensive thing.

Real Help From People Who Know the Products

Some purchases are simple. Others involve sizing, customization, site preparation, delivery, setup, or choosing between several very different products. That’s where knowledgeable customer service matters.

Ask questions. Send us a sketch. Tell us what you’re worried about. If a simpler option works better, we’ll tell you. If we think you’re about to outgrow something, we’ll tell you that too.

More Choices. Better Guidance.

Because Gone Broody works with multiple builders, brands, hatcheries, and specialty suppliers, we aren’t limited to recommending one manufacturer’s solution. We can help you compare different styles, materials, sizes, features, and price points and find the best match for your flock.

No high-pressure sales pitch. No forcing every customer into the same product. Just practical, knowledgeable help finding what works for you.

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by Jackson Chambers (Introduction by), Reliable Poultry Journal (Author)

This special re-print edition of Reliable Poultry Journal's book "Fundamentals in Poultry Breeding" is a complete guide to breeding chickens, bantams, turkeys, ducks and geese. Written in 1921, this classic text contains everything needed to raise chickens, bantams, turkeys and waterfowl as a hobby or as a food source. Included are details on breeding and selecting poultry, be it for exhibition purposes, for meat purposes or for egg production, that will be of benefit to not only the beginner, but also the expert. Chapters include The Qualities of Breeds and Qualifications of Breeders, Breed Shape and Type in Fowls, The Colors and Color Patterns of Fowls, The Laws o Reproduction and Improvement by Selection, Darwinism and Mendelism in Poultry Breeding, Principles of Inbreeding and Linebreeding, Breeding Fowls for the Table, Breeding for Egg Production, Breeding for Eggs and Meat, Principles of Standard Making, The Systematic Mating of Standard Fowls, Standard Breeds of Turkeys, Standard Breeds of Ducks and Standard Breeds of Geese. Lavishly illustrated with historic drawings, diagrams and hundreds of photos of assorted poultry and waterfowl breeds. Note: This edition is a perfect facsimile of the original edition and is not set in a modern typeface. As a result, some type characters and images might suffer from slight imperfections or minor shadows in the page background.

Number of Pages: 168 Dimensions: 0.36 x 11.02 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: July 27, 2016
Why Buy from Us

Why Buy From Gone Broody?

Real help. Practical guidance. No high-pressure sales pitch.

Gone Broody was built for customers who want more than a product page and a Buy Now button. We specialize in poultry products, from everyday flock supplies and incubation equipment to chicken coop kits, fully assembled coops, and large custom builds.

More importantly, we actually help you sort through the options. We’ll talk through your flock, your property, your goals, and your budget and help you find the product that makes the most sense for how you actually keep chickens.

We’d rather help you buy the right thing than the most expensive thing.

Real Help From People Who Know the Products

Some purchases are simple. Others involve sizing, customization, site preparation, delivery, setup, or choosing between several very different products. That’s where knowledgeable customer service matters.

Ask questions. Send us a sketch. Tell us what you’re worried about. If a simpler option works better, we’ll tell you. If we think you’re about to outgrow something, we’ll tell you that too.

More Choices. Better Guidance.

Because Gone Broody works with multiple builders, brands, hatcheries, and specialty suppliers, we aren’t limited to recommending one manufacturer’s solution. We can help you compare different styles, materials, sizes, features, and price points and find the best match for your flock.

No high-pressure sales pitch. No forcing every customer into the same product. Just practical, knowledgeable help finding what works for you.