Cattle are the most numerous of the ruminant species in the tropics and provide the largest quantity of animal food products. More than one-third of the world's cattle are found in the tropics.
Would you have enjoyed being a cattle rancher during the 1860s? How about a cowhand? Perhaps you'll find the answer in this book as you read about the history of the early cattle trails and the day-to-day life of a cowhand.
Cattle Kingdom reveals how the West rose and fell, and how its legacy defines us today. The tale takes us from dust-choked cattle drives to the unlikely splendors of boomtowns like Abilene, Kansas, and Cheyenne, Wyoming.
Rifkin shows how the love affair with beef has led to increased hunger, disease, and environmental devastation. This persuasive book should be an urgent warning to everyone who cares about the fate of the earth.
Dexter cattle are cute cows known for their small size. These miniature cows must be carefully cared for, and readers learn how they can do this as they discover fun facts about Dexter cattle.