The first book in nearly 100 years to focus on heritage breeds and their role in a self-reliant lifestyle Shows how and why heritage-breed poultry are more sustainable both economically and environmentally, compared to hybrid birds. Includes detailed information and worksheets to help readers determine which breeds best suit their needs and lifestyles Focus is not limited to chickens like many comparable titles, but includes information on raising heritage turkeys and ducks An excellent resource for both aspiring and experienced poultry keepers Written in a first-person narrative, the book is a 'how to and why to' memoir based entirely on the author's own experiences, mistakes and all! Detailed information on cooking, canning, and preserving poultry and poultry products Sidebars throughout the book with tips, inspiration, recommended reading and resources for additional information.

© 2013 New Society Publishers (eBook): 9781550925463

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eBook: 1 listopada 2013