NUTRITION AND FEEDING OF ORGANIC PIGS

This handbook by Blair (land and food systems, U. of British Columbia, Canada) provides guidance for agricultural producers on nutrition and feeding practices that relate to international standards for certification of organic pigs. Eight chapters cover the aims and principles of organic pig production, elements of pig nutrition, approved ingredients for organic diets, diets for organic pig production, choosing the right breed and strain of pig, integrating feeding programs into organic production systems, and recommendations for the future. Annotation c2007 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)