
Profitable - Squab Breeding - By CARL DARE
INTRODUCTORY PREFACE
CHAPTER I - PROFITS OF SQUAB RAISING—WILL IT PAY?
THE PROFITS OF SQUAB RAISING
CHAPTER II - THE BEST BREEDS FOR SQUAB RAISING—THE KIND TO BUY
BUYING THE STOCK
WHAT IS MEANT BY MATED PAIRS
CHAPTER III - The Construction of Houses - PIGEON HOUSE PLANS—NESTS—WATER FOUNTAINS—BATHING DISHES—KEEPING THE HOUSE IN SANITARY CONDITION
NESTS
NAPPIES
This guide walks newcomers and seasoned growers alike through the surprisingly lucrative world of squab production. It explains why the market for these tender birds has expanded beyond elite tables, making them a practical choice for anyone from a backyard hobbyist to a larger‑scale farmer. The author draws on decades of hands‑on experience, presenting the information in clear, straightforward language.
Inside, readers will find step‑by‑step instructions for setting up a modest loft, selecting healthy breeding pairs, and managing the rapid four‑week growth cycle. Detailed sections cover feeding regimens, disease prevention, and the essentials of selling to local markets. Whether you’re looking to supplement a family income or explore a full‑time venture, the book equips you with the tools to start small and grow confidently.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (103K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Tyyche and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Release date
2011-11-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1881–1929
A practical early-20th-century writer, best remembered for turning pigeon and squab raising into a clear, businesslike subject for everyday readers. His surviving work shows a hands-on teacher’s voice, focused on useful advice rather than theory.
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