Raising Pastured Rabbits For Meat

An accessible, practical resource for pasture-based rabbit production-complete with rabbit husbandry basics, enterprise budgets, and guidelines for growing, processing and selling rabbits commercially. In recent years, there has been talk in the food world that rabbits make more sense than chicken. In a country with a $41 billion broiler chicken industry, this might seem like a pretty bold statement, but it’s hardly unsubstantiated. And yet while media has been abuzz about the supposed super protein, very few farmers are stepping up to meet the rapidly increasing interest in sustainably raised rabbit meat. This is partly due to the lack of available resources in the field of rabbit husbandry. Raising Pastured Rabbits for Meat is the first book to address the growing trend of ecological rabbit husbandry for the beginning to market-scale farmer. Inspired by Daniel Salatin, who has long been considered the pioneer in integrated rabbit farming, Nichki Carangelo proves that a viable pasture-based rabbitry is not only possible and user-friendly, it’s also profitable. In Carangelo’s approach, happy, healthy rabbits are seasonally raised outside on pasture, using a pasture and wire hybrid system that promotes natural behaviors and a diverse diet, while effectively managing the associated risks. Raising Pastured Rabbits for Meat offers valuable information on how farmers can build their own rabbit enterprise from scratch and includes tips on breed selection, breeding techniques, nutrition guidelines, record keeping tools, slaughtering and butchering instructions, marketing advice, and enterprise guides to help farmers plan for profitability. This is an essential guide for anyone interested in integrating rabbits onto a diversified farm or homestead.

How to raise rabbits for a steady source of meat and income Rabbits are one of the most sustainable, nutritious, and economic meat sources available. They can easily be raised in a variety of locations and climates, and require less space and infrastructure than many other species of livestock. Raising Rabbits for Meat is the how-to guide to help you succeed in starting and running a home rabbitry for a steady source of meat or income. Coverage includes: The history of the domestic rabbit Information on breeding, housing, and harvesting Tools to help you succeed with your program An emphasis on heritage breeds. Raising Rabbits for Meat provides a solid foundation for success in raising rabbits and is ideal for anyone interested in starting a small rabbitry for home use or to market rabbit meat as a business opportunity.

You Are A Step Away From Discovering The Ins And Outs Of The Art Of Raising Pastured Rabbits For Meat, Fur Or As Pets! Rearing rabbits make a lot of sense in so many ways compared to chicken. Yes, I know chicken do produce tasty eggs and meat, but rabbits also produce equally if not better tasting meat, fur and much more. What's more; bunnies are in many ways easier to keep and maintain than chicken, are far less messy than chicken, yield ready-to compose compost, are pretty easier to keep and house, don't require too much space, are not noisy and disruptive, naturally grow super-fast (without any hormones), multiply fast and much more! The $44 billion broiler chicken industry is big, but these are benefits it can't compete with, as these are all perfect ingredients for anyone wishing to raise high-quality animals in small spaces without needing too much maintenance work - a perfect recipe for the modern busy farmer who has a million and one other things to juggle with! Perhaps any one of these reasons has piqued your interest to rear rabbits and like any curious beginner, you are wondering... Where do you begin? How do you rear rabbits for business? How do you even start keeping rabbits in your homestead - what should you consider? How is an ideal rabbit hutch supposed to look like? How do you create one? What do rabbits eat and what do they hate? Is it possible to detect all health problems in rabbits and address them in a timely fashion? If so, how? What are the things I need to do to ensure my rabbits are happy and active? If I'm not right, I'm pretty close! Yes, rabbits make perfect pets and can be great for business and this book will show you how to rear them like a pro. More precisely, you will learn: How to raise rabbits for business, including the right way to raise them on a communal farm, on your property, legal considerations, involving neighbors and more Important considerations you should make before starting, including determining how many you should keep, selecting a breed, slaughter and disposal, cost and profit potential and more Reasons why you should raise rabbits and how to setup your own rabbit hobby farm How to plan your rabbitry, including key points to consider The ins and outs of building different kinds of hutches using different kinds of materials How to feed and water the rabbits the right way The ins and outs of rabbit breeding and healthcare How do deal with behavioral issues that may end up being problematic How to housetrain your rabbit the easy way How to keep the rabbit busy and engaged with secret 'rabbit games' Answers to commonly asked questions about taking care of a rabbit The ins and outs of different breeds of rabbits raised for different purposes - and how to raise them How to understand rabbit language and use that information appropriately Detecting or interpreting common problems or features ...And much, much more! Even if this is the first time owning a rabbit, this book is weaved for beginners, so you can expect to have an easy time with it! Click Buy Now With 1-Click or Buy Now to get started!

A proven production model is described, which is capable of producing an income from a small acreage of equal or superior to that of off-farm jobs.

An accessible, practical resource for pasture-based rabbit production-complete with rabbit husbandry basics, enterprise budgets, and guidelines for growing, processing and selling rabbits commercially. In recent years, there has been talk in the food world that rabbits make more sense than chicken. In a country with a $41 billion broiler chicken industry, this might seem like a pretty bold statement, but it's hardly unsubstantiated. And yet while media has been abuzz about the supposed super protein, very few farmers are stepping up to meet the rapidly increasing interest in sustainably raised rabbit meat. This is partly due to the lack of available resources in the field of rabbit husbandry. Raising Pastured Rabbits for Meat is the first book to address the growing trend of ecological rabbit husbandry for the beginning to market-scale farmer. Inspired by Daniel Salatin, who has long been considered the pioneer in integrated rabbit farming, Nichki Carangelo proves that a viable pasture-based rabbitry is not only possible and user-friendly, it's also profitable. In Carangelo's approach, happy, healthy rabbits are seasonally raised outside on pasture, using a pasture and wire hybrid system that promotes natural behaviors and a diverse diet, while effectively managing the associated risks. Raising Pastured Rabbits for Meat offers valuable information on how farmers can build their own rabbit enterprise from scratch and includes tips on breed selection, breeding techniques, nutrition guidelines, record keeping tools, slaughtering and butchering instructions, marketing advice, and enterprise guides to help farmers plan for profitability. This is an essential guide for anyone interested in integrating rabbits onto a diversified farm or homestead.

Raising rabbits in a colony is the best way to ensure happy, healthy, natural rabbits. Our animals live a stress free life, with plenty of healthy, natural food, fresh water and sunshine. I have put together a comprehensive guide to raising meat rabbits in a colony to get you started on your way to raising your own colony of rabbits. Discover today how you can supply your family with a sustainable meat source in your own backyard. Rabbits are naturally social, so allowing them to socialize is not only easier to care for, the rabbits enjoy life more too.This is an amazing practical resource and reference book that every rabbit owner should have on their bookshelf. Everything you need to know about starting a successful rabbit colony.Topics include:+ Colony vs Cage raising+ How to set up a colony + Choosing rabbits for your colony+ Naturally feeding rabbits - raising meat rabbits without pellets+ Breeding - a beginners guide and a troubleshooting section+ Raising healthy kits+ Preventing illness+ Common illnesses and management / treatment including herbal treatments for rabbits