Ducks and Geese by Harry M. Lamon and Rob R. Slocum

"Ducks and Geese" by Harry M. Lamon and Rob R. Slocum is a comprehensive agricultural guide written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on the practical aspects of raising ducks and geese, touching on various methods for both commercial and farm-based poultry keeping. It aims to provide the reader with essential information and techniques regarding the care, breeding, and management of these birds to maximize productivity and profitability. The opening of the book introduces the unique significance of duck raising within the poultry industry, highlighting its economic potential and detailing various methods employed by successful growers, particularly on Long Island. The authors emphasize the demand for clear, practical guidance owing to the lack of comprehensive resources on this subject. They also outline the structure of the book, indicating a thorough exploration of topics like breeding practices, management, and the commercial aspects of raising ducks and geese, while stressing the importance of good illustrations to enhance understanding. This overview sets the stage for detailed guidance aimed at both beginners and experienced poultry farmers looking to improve their practices. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Lamon, Harry M., 1872-
Author Slocum, Rob R. (Rob Roy), 1883-1944
LoC No. 23000467
Title Ducks and Geese
Credits Produced by Steven Giacomelli, Simon Gardner, La Monte
H.P. Yarroll and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images
produced by Core Historical Literature in Agriculture
(CHLA), Cornell University)
Reading Level Reading ease score: 75.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class SF: Agriculture: Animal culture
Subject Ducks
Subject Geese
Category Text
eBook-No. 33029
Release Date
Last Update Jul 1, 2010
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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