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The purpose of this book is to convey to its readers some conception of the relative importance of the poultry industry as a branch of agriculture, the fundamental principles involved in various poultry practices, and up-to-date information concerning methods of poultry production. The more important economic factors in producing and marketing poultry products are given due consideration.

Success in poultry raising depends largely upon one's knowledge of the business and one's ability to produce and market poultry and poultry products efficiently. Fundamental principles must be understood to some extent at least before the most economical methods can be practiced intelligently. For this reason the major aspects of poultry production and marketing are discussed, first, with respect to principles involved and, second, with respect to practices to be followed.

This book is an attempt to integrate the facts of modern science for the benefit of students of poultry husbandry and practical poultrymen. The preparation of the book has been inspired in the spirit of rendering the greatest possible service to the poultry industry.