Publisher's Synopsis
Principles of Livestock Breeding is a comprehensive guide to breeding practices and principles for livestock, written by Sewall Wright and first published in 1920. The book covers a wide range of topics related to animal breeding, including the history of breeding, the principles of inheritance, selection, and breeding systems. Wright also discusses the importance of genetic variation, the use of pedigrees, and the role of environment in animal breeding. The book is aimed at livestock breeders, animal scientists, and students of animal breeding, and provides a detailed and practical guide to breeding practices for a range of livestock species, including cattle, sheep, pigs, and horses. The book is written in clear and accessible language, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in animal breeding and genetics.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.