{"product_id":"raising-dual-purpose-cattle-for-milk-farmers-library-9798278317791","title":"Raising Dual-Purpose Cattle for Milk \u0026 Beef: A Beginner's Guide to Breeds, Pasture Care, Nutrition, Milking, Calving \u0026 Low-Stress Herd Management","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRaising Dual-Purpose Cattle for Milk \u0026amp; Beef\u003c\/b\u003e is a complete beginner's guide to managing cattle that excel in both milk and meat production. Designed for small farms, homesteads and first-time keepers, it explains practical, low-input systems that support healthy animals and consistent yields.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInside you'll learn how to: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompare dual-purpose breeds and choose cattle suited to your land and climate\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlan fencing, shelter, water setups and safe handling areas\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuild productive pastures using rotation, rest periods and forage balance\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnderstand nutrition, lactation needs, mineral support and rumen health\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eEstablish milking routines, manage udder care and maintain hygiene\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eIdentify illness early and use preventative health care strategies\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrepare for calving, support newborn calves and manage weaning options\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse low-stress stockmanship for safer handling and calmer herds\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eTrack production, breeding cycles and herd performance with simple record-keeping\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you want milk for your household, beef for the freezer or both for local sales, this guide gives you clear steps for raising productive, well-balanced dual-purpose cattle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Farmer's Library\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798278317791\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 12\/11\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 152\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.47lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.33d","brand":"Farmer's Library","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48588393644287,"sku":"9798278317791","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/raising-dual-purpose-cattle-for-milk-farmers-library-9798278317791","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}