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Individual Publication

Factors to Consider Before Establishing an Alaska Livestock Enterprise

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Publication Number: LPM-00743

Author/Sponsor: Milan Shipka

Price: FREE

Short Description:
Regardless of the reason one chooses to raise livestock animals, there are a number of important factors to consider. This publication is a useful resource for preparing a livestock enterprise, as well as planning a future one. Helpful information covered includes land considerations, markets, financing, feeding, medical needs, shelter, availabilities, labor, equipment and other aspects that must be kept in perspective.