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Handbook for keeping happy chickens - The originalThe alternative to factory farming is having your own chicken in the garden. If you want to breed happy chickens and keep them breed-appropriate even in densely built-up areas, you will find the best guide in this practical book with its easy-to-implement instructions and beautiful pictures.The extensive work deals with all questions about keeping chickens: from the right coop and its optimal equipment, the purchase of chickens, their requirements and feeding through to breeding and rearing. The different breeds of chickens are presented in detail, with old and endangered breeds in the foreground. The authors also go into the ~ Prevention and treatment of chicken diseases. ~The authors' love for these animals is reflected not only in the well-founded texts, but also in the beautiful photographs, which will delight every reader interested in chickens! 208 pages.

Successful with your own farm cheese dairy - Important business data - Learn the craft of cheese making - Over 30 tried and tested cheese recipesProcessing your own milk into cheese can be worthwhile. This book gives you all the knowledge you need. Of course, all criteria that need to be taken into account are taken into account, such as the choice of location, material procurement, business planning and legal regulations. Numerous basic recipes for the production of tried-and-tested types of cheese and suggestions for your own fine creations as well as important information on quality assurance will make you fit to successfully run a farm cheese dairy.

The best recipes from the country, perfect for you to cook and try out. The two leading agricultural trade magazines have selected 180 favorite recipes from Austrian farmers from thousands of submissions. A treasure trove from soup to cake.

After the great success of the Austrian farmer's wife cookbook, you can now find the 150 best desserts, sweets and pastries recipes from the country, submitted by farmers' wives from all regions of Austria. The numerous recipe photos really invite the reader to try cooking again.? ~Sweet main courses such as snow dumplings, wine berry punkel and blackberry sterz...? ~Cake, roulades and slices such as spice-nut cake, red wine or marzipan cake.  ~  ~Fruit cake, pumpkin seed roulade, egg yolk or Waldviertler coconut slices...? ~Cakes: Amaretto cake, yogurt wine cream and buckwheat cake...? ~Small pastries such as apple wedges, corkscrews, choux pastry donuts with raspberry cream...?  ~Sweet desserts such as elderflower mousse, cold almond pudding and chocolate  ~  ~Rum cream...

The history of Fendt tractors in words and pictures. The technically high-quality tractors have a long tradition and have become an integral part of today's agriculture. This book describes the history of the market leader from the founding family to the company's development into an important part of the globally operating AGCO agricultural machinery group. With high-quality photos from the Fendt archive, the decades-long path of development from diesel horse to Vario is described impressively and with love for technology. New edition autumn 2022. 256 pages with 174 color photos.

Essential oils, plant elixirs, fires &~ more ...This book shows that distilling means more than just producing schnapps: In addition to delicious fine spirits, essential oils can also be obtained in this way and even the secrets of alchemy can be learned little ventilation.Kai Mller introduces the art of distilling with the Big Book of Distilling. It is clearly explained how high-quality distillates are created from often simple starting products. The range extends from good, old fruit schnapps and various spirits such as vodka, whiskey, grappa or gin to essential oils and perfumes and even fuels right up to the holistic plant elixirs of spagyrics, an originally alchemical technique with which the soul the medicinal plants are to be obtained. A book that is not only aimed at distillers, but also at everyone who wants to refine products using distillation, for example also at people who want to produce the starting point for their perfumes and cosmetics themselves using the traditional cultural technique of distilling.< br>In this comprehensive book, the firing process is meticulously explained and common errors are pointed out that can negatively affect the quality of the end product.The firing apparatus and its functionality are of course the focus of the explanations. Significant attention is also paid to ensuring that the aromas are retained during the distillation process.The author:Kai Mller, born in Wrzburg in 1964, has been involved in distilling for many years. In addition to the classic distilling of schnapps and other hard liquor, he dedicates himself to the production of essential oils and perfumes. As the managing director of a large distillery supply company, dealing with the necessary equipment for distillation is part of his daily bread and he also runs an aroma and distillation museum.

In this ultimate standard work, fisheries scientist and master smoker Michael Wickert shows how to conjure up smoky, spicy delicacies in simple steps from fresh fish and fire, wood and shavings. A complete overview of smoking techniques and equipment, extensive product information and brilliant expert tips provide up-to-date knowledge for beginners and smoking professionals alike. Over 40 classic smoking recipes and inspiring new creations delight every hobby and top chef. A new classic that transforms the growing trend for fish smoking into a culinary feast for do-it-yourselfers.

Beginner's knowledge in a nutshellThe waters - habitat of the fishEquipment and techniquesNative fish and you Catch The fishing book for beginners is a compact and competent introduction to wet fishing. The book provides beginners with all the important information about fishing and is also a treasure trove of solid information about water, fish, equipment, fishing methods and much more for advanced anglers.

Slow with the young horses? Are you kidding me? Are you serious when you say that! The Foal Book by Silvia Christine Strauch is now in its third edition, which as befits a practical book tailored to a rapidly growing market has been newly revised and updated.Equestrian sport is booming . With it, breeding and raising young horses is becoming more important and foal breeding has long since achieved an economic importance within agriculture.The experienced horse book author and horse trainer Silvia Christine Strauch has therefore pooled her extensive specialist knowledge and gives valuable tips for both the breeders of young horses horses as well as for potential buyers of foals. In addition to animal-appropriate husbandry and nutrition and the early recognition of possible illnesses and errors, the correct and sensitive upbringing and basic training of the young horse are treated in particular detail.The chapters of the Foal Book are dedicated to the topics of breeding, health and education, which means a There is a unique guide in this completeness that covers all the essential areas of a young horse's life, from the time of mating to birth and rearing.

208 pages, numerous color illustrations, author: Carsten Bothe.Sausage, ham, roast, brawnHam or brawn, Mettwurst or bacon, liver sausage or fresh bratwurst - it simply tastes better when homemade!Carsten Bothe teaches everything you need to know about home slaughtering, from assessing the quality of meat to correct cutting to handling the equipment, and provides numerous expert tips and background information on sausages, pickling or preserving.< br>Whether you just want to make a few pounds of bratwurst, smoke a ham or venture into sausageing a five-hundred-pound pig, here you'll find out everything you need to know - and more.

Pitch ointment was once the most important wound healing ointment in the Alpine region. Karin Buchart shows how resins can still be collected today without harming the trees and how they are transformed into ointments and extracts with amazing healing effects.

Tiergesundheit im Stall – was Landwirte selbst tun könnenTierarztmangel und steigende Kosten machen Selbsthilfe im Stall immer wichtiger.Dr. Christ zeigt, wie Landwirte häufige Krankheiten bei Rind und Pferd erkennen und behandeln können – mit Hausmitteln, Kräutern, Homöopathie und TCM.Für viele Probleme gibt es wirksame Alternativen zur klassischen Medizin.Doch auch klare Hinweise, wann der Tierarzt nötig ist, fehlen nicht.Im Anhang erklärt der Autor, wie man Kräuterauszüge, Tinkturen und Salben selbst herstellt – einfach, verständlich und mit Zutaten, die jeder besorgen kann.96 Seiten, 15 x 21 cm, Hardcover

Smoke, but how? Anyone who is thinking of investing in a smoker is well advised to read this book for beginners and will certainly be able to decide after reading whether they are more of a smoker or a grill type.The beefy steel giants are already inspiring a bit of respect. Not just visually. The operation is also not intuitive for the average BBQer.So if you are thinking about authentically following the low &~ slow"~ If you want to indulge yourself and don't yet know exactly what a side firebox or cooking chamber is all about, you can find out in this beginner's book whether smoking can become a new passion.The book is for smoker greenhorns among other things:Tips for choosing the right smokerInstructions for different types of lighting Assistance in choosing the accessories.. .and of course lots of recipes!

Do gourds, stinging nettles, Gundermann etc. feel right at home in your carefully tended garden? This book declares war on the top 10 most annoying weeds with a wooden spoon. Because: Weeds are not only annoying, they are delicious! Over 60 simple wild herb recipes make the wild usurers the show stars of the kitchen. From nettle foam soup to plantain rolls to chickweed dessert - use the free vegetables from the garden instead of just being annoyed. And who knows, maybe you'll lose your heart to the uninvited guests after all?

Animal owners are constantly confronted with illnesses in their animals. This comprehensive and richly illustrated practical book describes all important livestock diseases and shows how they can be recognized and treated correctly. Since it makes sense to prevent illnesses from occurring in the first place, a lot of space is also given to possible preventative measures. In addition to diseases of the classic farm animals: cattle, sheep, goats, pigs and poultry, bee and fish diseases are also presented. A chapter in this book is also dedicated to diseases of wild animals, as agricultural wildlife farming is becoming increasingly important. 232 pages. From the content: ~Animal diseases that require notification ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~Farm animals and their physiological values ~ ~ ~ ~ ~  ~ ~ ~Cattle diseases ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~Sheep and goat diseases ~ ~ ~  ~ ~ ~ ~ ~The most important diseases in pigs, horses, ~  ~  ~  ~  ~ Poultry, farmed game, fish and bees ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~Animal welfare requirements

Wild garlic to lower blood pressure, spruce for relaxation, blueberries for a calm intestine: on our doorstep we find a pharmacy that is full of plants, trees and fruits and can increase our well-being every day. Karin Buchart and Miriam Wiegele provide information In this expanded edition of the bestseller, we present even more well-known and unknown medicinal plants, their effects and areas of application, thus reminding us what is in the respective herbs, flowers and trees. Tried-and-tested remedies and valuable plant knowledge can counteract both physical and mental complaints and provide pleasant support in everyday life - an atmospheric collection of traditional healing knowledge.

Celebrations and holidays without cake? Unthinkable! Whether a well-known classic cake or a modern trend cake should be the sweet crowning touch to a festive occasion depends on personal preferences. Because with the variety of different delicacies in the new large cake book, there is guaranteed to be the perfect sweet work of art for every occasion and every taste.The selection of classic cake dreams that grandmother baked for celebratory occasions extends from the famous Sacher to the Schwarzwlder Kirsch. Dobos to Linzer Torte. The many modern creations such as a candle-shaped cake, a ski slope cake or a double heart cake will cause admiration, as will a lovingly decorated Easter, Christmas or Mother's Day cake. Cream or fruit cakes, glazed or fondant-covered, artfully decorated or very simple no-bake cakes - all levels of difficulty can be found here, although even beginners can bake challenging cakes with detailed instruction pictures and descriptions!The introductory part describes the basics about cakes: Which devices and utensils make work easier? What are the classic creams and glazes? Which beautification techniques (glazing, frosting, covering, etc.) will turn the cake into a masterpiece?This new large cake book, with the most popular recipes from the magazine Kochen &~ Kitchen offers something for everyone and will delight experienced hobby bakers and beginners alike. 144 pages, each recipe illustrated, hardcover

Make your own sausages - grill - recipes with sausageGrilled or scalded, coarse or fine - there are countless variations, but homemade sausages taste best. Grill specialist and chef Ted Aschenbrandt shows how easy it is, how much fun it is to make sausage yourself and what goes into the sausage. 120 pages, numerous color photos.Learn how to make sausages in no time with step-by-step photosNumerous recipes of the most famous regional and international sausage specialtiesCreative recipes with your own hands manufactured sausages

Cheers to the bed! Gardeners are at eye level with their plants when they let the green splendor thrive in a raised bed.A look at the hardware stores proves: Raised beds are in vogue. No wonder, as the beds on the first floor offer a wealth of advantages: the main sufferer of gardening, the back, will also quickly learn to love a raised bed. Added to this is the small space requirement, which makes raised beds also suitable for terraces, and a neat look. Neo-gardeners, on the other hand, will be happy that raised beds are ahead in terms of harvest even without much care.Raised beds can be built in a wide variety of variants: square and round, with prefabricated kits, palisades made of wood or granite or even , as in the Middle Ages, bordered with braided willow branches. A dry stone wall with nesting places for animals can also surround a raised bed~ even car tires are suitable for small raised beds~ the herb spiral is another special form. Raised beds can be found on every terrace or can be used as a design element in the garden.In her book, Sofie Meys not only describes what is important when setting up the different types of raised beds, but also devotes herself to the topic Planting: From the vegetable and culinary herb raised bed to the Mediterranean, the wild and the perma-culture raised bed to the scented plant and children's raised bed.

​Professional tree felling requires responsibility for your own health, the safety of others, nature conservation and a sustainable timber supply. This comprehensive handbook for foresters and forest workers explains felling techniques from standard trees to widow makers, from rope insertion to levering away suspension trees. The correct handling of chainsaws and other tools as well as work organization and safety are presented in detail. With numerous tips and tricks, e.g. for clean notch chords, perfect cuts and correct direction finding, you will succeed in every tree felling. This practical compendium fits in every toolbox and is the ideal companion for anyone who wants to fell trees safely and efficiently. 533 color photos, 200 pages.

Beekeeping is an art that has always fascinated nature-loving people.The new edition of the book The Successful Beekeeper The Bee Book for Practice by Rudolf Moosbeckhofer and Josef Ulz conveys this Beekeepers have all the basic knowledge and skills to be able to operate them successfully. In four main sections (bee care, foraging sources and their use, bee diseases, bee products) all essential questions and problems are dealt with in detail.This book is aimed at beginners in beekeeping as well as at experienced beekeepers who, due to its wealth of detail, also want to fully concentrate on their beekeeping costs come.

All inclusive for your chirping garden friends!Birds in the garden are incredibly useful - who doesn't like having a bird in the garden? Unfortunately, many native bird species are having a really hard time these days.If you want to help the birdbirds specifically, turn your garden into a bird paradise! With a bird-friendly natural garden, supplemented by nesting aids, feeding places and bird baths, you can attract friendly guests to your garden and ensure that sparrows, chickadees &~ Co. have everything you need. You will see: The first guests will soon fly in... and some are guaranteed to settle with you permanently! 160 pages. ~

Metal sign ?Weeds for sale - due to high demand only to SELF-PICKERS. With 4 edge perforations for easy installation. Dimensions: 20x30cm.

The template for this metal sign was an original brochure from STEYR for the two models Type 80 and Type 80a from 1956. The sign was made in vintage style and looks as if it were many years old. With 4 edge perforations for easy installation. Dimensions: 30x20cm.