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Author Cameron, Alexander W. N. (Alexander William Neil), 1959-

Title Increase in autumn and winter milk production in dairy goats : a report for the Rural Industries Research and Development Corporation / by Alexander Cameron
Published Barton, A.C.T. : RIRDC, 2003

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 W'PONDS  636.391420994 Cam/Iia  AVAILABLE
Description v, 9 pages ;; 30 cm
4 3/4 in
Series RIRDC project ;; no. UMO-24A
RIRDC publication ;; no. 03/105
RIRDC project ;; no. UMO-24A
RIRDC publication ;; no. 03/105
Summary Goat milk manufactures with the highest profit margin have short shelf lives necessitating a relatively constant supply of milk. Unfortunately, goat milk production is seasonal, being greatest in spring and summer, then declining to a nadir in winter. Given adequate nutrition, this seasonal pattern of milk production is a direct reflection of the seasonal pattern of reproduction in goats, as they normally commence regular oestrous cycles in autumn, and thus kid in late winter and early spring. The objective of this project was to develop management options for advancing the breeding season of goats
Notes "Rural Industries Research and Development Corporation, New Animal Products Research and Development";--cover
"September 2003";--t.p
Also available in an electronic version in pdf format via the Internet at: http://www.rirdc.gov.au/reports/NAP/03-105.pdf
2003 Rural Industries Research and Development Corporation
Subject Goat industry -- Australia.
Goat milk -- Australia.
Goats -- Australia.
Milk trade -- Australia.
Author Rural Industries Research and Development Corporation.
Rural Industries Research and Development Corporation. New Animal Products Research Program
ISSN 1440-6845
ISBN 0642586713
Other Titles On cover: Shaping the future