Occasional publications provide a summary on a given topic of animal production. The timing of these is generally on an industry need basis. This often coincides with new advances in a field or lack of available material on an emerging topic. Often they contain a large amount of material from papers presented at previous conferences. The purpose of these books is as a practical reference for advisors, scientists, students and farmers who intend to immediately use the information provided i.e. succintly worded and practical. These publications are often also used as teaching and reference material in undergraduate agricultural degree courses in New Zealand and overseas.
Recent publications include topics on: livestock feeding on pasture, mineral requirements of grazing ruminants, meat production and processing and an entertaining "behind the scenes" history of recent major advances of animal science in New Zealand.
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Managing Mineral Deficiencies in Grazing LivestockOccasional Publication No. 15 (2009)
Neville Grace, Scott Knowles & Andrew Sykes
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Since the 1983 edition of this volume, there have been considerable advances in the diagnosis and
prevention of mineral deficiencies, and it is timely to update, revise and expand the subject.
This is a comprehensive scholarly reference based largely on New Zealand research. Twenty two
chapters describe the macro- and trace elements most important to the health and production of
ruminants. Data from many field trials and laboratory studies are summarised in a clear and concise
format. That information underpins recommendations about the diagnostic and supplementation strategies
best suited to identify, treat and prevent mineral deficiencies.
Readership includes all those responsible for the management, feeding and care of grazing livestock.
Students of agriculture will benefit from the broad range of facts and reliable insights, while
veterinarians and consultants will be able to provide sound advice to their clients, and counter
misleading or unsubstantiated claims concerning mineral metabolism and supplements. Farmers will
learn that, among well-cared for animals, mineral nutrition need not be a limiting factor in production
and profits.
Price NZ: NZD$70.00, Aust: NZD$70.00, rest of the world: USD$70.00
($10 student discount available with proof of enrolment)
Pasture and Supplements for Grazing Animals
Occasional Publication No. 14 (2007)
edited by PV Rattray, IM Brooks & AM Nicol
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An up-to-date review of the pasture and supplementary feed resources available to the New Zealand pastoral livestock industry, and the energy and protein requirements of these livestock. The interactions between animals and their feed resources ultimately determine both the quantity and quality of the feed consumed and thus the level of animal production. An understanding of this area is key to the successful allocation of feed resources. Although the principles discussed in the early chapters are common to all grazing animals, certain aspects of their application are species or system specific, and chapters address these issues. The environmental impact of grazing pastures and supplementing grazing animals is also addressed.
Price NZ: NZD$50.00, Aust: NZD$50.00, rest of the world: USD$50.00
($10 student discount available with proof of enrolment)
Labcoats to Gumboots
Occasional Publication No. 13 (1994)
edited by G Davis
This delightful publication gives a behind the scenes insight into major advances that have occurred in animal production in New Zealand. A sort of "smoko room" view of the world if you like. The book is divided into 11 chapters each on a specific topic. David Henshaw cartoon's are liberally sprinkled through the book and many well known names feature in the text.
A must for Christmas for anybody that is associated with animal research or extension. Overseas scientists visiting New Zealand will obtain more inside information from this book in an evenings reading than they could if they spent a year visiting!!
Price NZ: NZ$25.00, Aust: NZ$25.00, rest of the world: US$25.00
Reproductive Management of Grazing Ruminants in New Zealand
Occasional Publication No. 12 (1998)
edited by ED Fielden and JF Smith
This 220 page publication contains information on all aspects of reproductive management. Substantial knowledge from New Zealand based research has been drawn together into 13 chapters. Topics include hormonal control; comparative performance; seasonality; monitoring performance as a management tool; and future developments. Species covered in this book range from dairy cattle to sheep, beef cattle to goats and deer to camelids. Reproductive Management of Grazing Ruminants in New Zealand is aimed at all those with an interest in the efficient reproductive management of domestic ruminants.
Price NZ: NZ$40.00, Aust: AUS$40.00, rest of the world: US$40.00
Volume 52: supplement (1992)
This supplement contains 6 articles within its 50 page, soft cover, A4 format on the topic of global warming and its likely effect on New Zealand animal production. Extensive references accompany the articles. It contains very useful background material for all those with an interest in animal production in New Zealand including farmers and policy makers. Should be on everyone's bookshelf.
Price NZ: NZ$18.00, Aust: NZ$18.00, rest of the world: US$18.00
Occasional Publication No. 11 (1989)
edited by RW Purchas, BW Butler-Hogg, AS Davies
A 229 page soft covered book in A4 format. Its 16 chapters are organised into 4 sections covering: the nutritive value of meat and meat marketing, animal growth and carcass changes, factors affecting the quantity and quality of meat produced and factors affecting the conversion of the live animal into the final meat product.
A must for anybody in or associated with the meat industry. It contains an excellent overall index with many references at the end of each of its clearly written chapters.
Price NZ: NZ$40.00, Aust: NZ$40.00, rest of the world: US$40.00
Occasional Publication (1987)
edited by IE Coop
This booklet produced by NZSAP to mark its hosting of the 4th Congress of the Asian-Australian Animal Production Societies. Collated and written by Professor Ian Coop, retired Head of the Animal Science Department of Lincoln College, this book provides an unique overview of NZ animal agriculture. With full colour presentation the booklet is ideally suited for overseas clients or visitors although the information within is itself a useful mini-reference text.
Price NZ: NZ$18.00, Aust: NZ$18.00, rest of the world: US$18.00
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