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Long distance transport and welfare of farm animals /

The book is a compilation of articles on the effect of animal transport on the food safety and quality, health and welfare of livestock animals for agricultural and processing industry. The implication of long distance transport of animals for slaughter is highlighted. Topics discussed are: science...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Clasificación:Libro Electrónico
Otros Autores: Appleby, Michael C.
Formato: Electrónico eBook
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: Wallingford, UK ; Cambridge, MA : CABI, ©2008.
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Acceso en línea:Texto completo
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Sumario:The book is a compilation of articles on the effect of animal transport on the food safety and quality, health and welfare of livestock animals for agricultural and processing industry. The implication of long distance transport of animals for slaughter is highlighted. Topics discussed are: science of animal welfare; economics; physiology of diseases; legislation; meat quality; enforcement of transportation regulation; and welfare of livestock during sea and road transport with emphasis on countries such as Africa, North America, South America, Asia, Australia, New Zealand, Europe and Middle East. This book is intended for researchers, students, veterinarians, animal scientists, livestock producers, and policy makers.
Descripción Física:1 online resource (xxv, 450 pages) : illustrations, maps
Bibliografía:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:1845934083
9781845934088
1281244414
9781281244413
9786611244415
6611244417