RUMINANT FARMING

This course offers a complete guide to ruminant farming, broken down into five key learning outcomes.

 It begins with Learning outcome 1, which focuses on the proper identification of common cattle, goat, and sheep breeds, detailing their unique physical and genetic characteristics. 

Learning outcome 2 moves into practical farm management, covering the essential criteria for selecting a suitable site for ruminant shelters and identifying the appropriate construction materials and equipment needed for efficient operations.

  Learning outcome 3 explains how to design shelters based on different production systems, from traditional to commercial. 

The course then addresses animal health and productivity in Learning outcome 4, which outlines proper reproduction management, including breeding techniques, parturition assistance, and milk and weaning management.

 Finally, Learning outcome 5 covers the nutritional needs of ruminants, providing guidance on feeding based on farming systems and managing common deficiencies to ensure animal health and optimal production.