Tim Tyne
2009, hardback, 296 pages

Packed full of detailed information, this book covers every aspect of keeping sheep on a small scale.

The book begins with a brief overview of the UK sheep industry before being divided up into the shepherd's calendar enabling the sheep keeper to know precisely what to expect with each season.

All aspects for successful sheep husbandry are covered, including selection, nutrition, housing, lambing, grassland management, ailments and their prevention, butchery, how to keep sheep for dairying and advice on processing by-products such as the fleece.

The text within this book is supported by step by step photographs and clear illustrations.

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