Author : Chris McLaughlin
Publisher : Fox Chapel Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1620083256
Total Pages : 483 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (2 download)
Book Synopsis Raising Animals for Fiber by : Chris McLaughlin
Download or read book Raising Animals for Fiber written by Chris McLaughlin and published by Fox Chapel Publishing. This book was released on 2019-09-10 with total page 483 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: • A comprehensive guide to raising sheep, goats, angora rabbits, and alpacas for producing fiber • Provides practical information on housing, fencing, feed, grooming, shearing, plucking, basic health care, breeding and birthing • Includes a comparison of popular breeds and how their fiber differs from breed to breed • Features a frank discussion of the energy and commitment that it takes to raise livestock, and how much room and land each animal species will need • Contains essential biosecurity practices to prevent spreading pests and infectious animal diseases, as well as advice on hand spinning and crafts to utilize your homegrown fiber