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Energy metabolism, ranging behaviour and haematological studies with Romney Marsh and Cheviot sheep : a thesis presented for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in the University of New Zealand
(Massey University, 1958)
Youatt (1776-1847 a) in commenting on British breeds of sheep, writes:- "In all the different districts of the Kingdom we find various breeds of sheep beautifully adapted to the locality which they occupy. No one knows ...
Physiological aspects of milk ejection : a thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the Degree of Master of Agricultural Science in the University of New Zealand
(Massey University, 1952)
During the latter part of the last century, a number of physiologists conceived the idea that the functions of the mammary growth and milk secretion were under the control of the nervous system. As a consequence, many ...
A study of the aggregate supply function of New Zealand wheat : thesis presented in part fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Agricultural Science and Honours in the University of New Zealand
(Massey University, 1955)
The acreage of wheat in New Zealand fluctuates quite
markedly from year to year. The acreage grown depends upon
economic conditions at the time of planting and certain technical factors. In this thesis an attempt has ...
A study of ecological interaction between introduced and indigenous plant species in the Manawatu district, North Island, New Zealand : a thesis presented at Massey Agricultural College for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in the University of New Zealand
(Massey University, 1957)
The object of the present work has been to investigate, for one district of New Zealand, the sociological relations between the indigenous plant species and those introduced to the country by man. The result of the invasion ...
A study of some aspects of the genetic variation and covariation of fertility in a flock of New Zealand Romney ewes : being a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of M.Agr.Sc, Massey Agricultural College, University of New Zealand, May 1955
(Massey University, 1955)
"Fertility" is a term generally used to denote the expression of reproductive performance. Any precise definition of "Fertility", however, must depend ultimately on the purpose for which it is intended and the criterion ...
A study of the growth form and behaviour of Yorkshire fog (Holcus lanatus) and of its dry matter production compared with perennial rye-grass (Lolium perenne), both with and without fertilizers : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Agricultural Science at Massey Agricultural College, University of New Zealand
(Massey University, 1957)
New Zealand is a land of pastures and the greatest reliance is placed on them by farmers for the maintenance of their live-stock, which is the main source of national income. She is favoured by an equable climate and well ...
A study of the cause of germination injury following contact placement of dried blood fertilizer with seeds : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the reqiuirements for the degree of Master of Agricultural Science (Horticulture) at Massey University, New Zealand
(Massey University, 1958)
The use of organic fertilizers has suffered a decline since the initiation of large scale production of soluble inorganic salts. Nevertheless, a demand for natural organic forms of nitrogen persists, especially in regions ...
Systematics, bionomics and distribution of the plant bug Nysius huttoni White (Heteroptera : Lygaeidae) : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Agricultural Science in the University of New Zealand
(Massey University, 1958)
Nysius huttoni White, endemic to new Zealand is a member of an almost cosmopolitan genus which shows remarkable adaption throughout the world. As it is the only Nysius species so far recorded from this country, some attention ...
Commercial orcharding in New Zealand : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts and Honours in Geography at Massey University, New Zealand
(Massey University, 1957)
In recent years commercial orcharding in New Zealand has assumed a new form. Fruit exports are growing year by year and orchard production has become concentrated within certain districts. Alongside this change, and in ...
A study of the effect of thinning on the yield, composition, palatability and digestibility of marrow-stem kale : a thesis presented ... for the degree of M. Ag. Sc. in the University of New Zealand, Massey Agricultural College.
(Massey University, 1957)
Due to climate and other natural advantages, the livestock industry in New Zealand is based upon a pastoral economy. The large-scale use of grassland and its products, hay and silage, for feeding the livestock, gives the ...