Milk and Meat Production

Course Code : ABF 334

Course Title : Milk and Meat Production

Weekly lecture and application hours of the course: 3,0

Course Description:The course covers general aspects of ruminant species (cattle, sheep, goats) kept for milk and meat production as well asspecialized topics including: production systems, herd management, growth, lactation and milking methods, reproduction, housing, feeding andanimal welfare. Besides a strong theoretical part, the course includes practical’s and field trips.

Textbooks and supplementary books:

  1. Principles of Cattle Production by C. J. C. Phillips ISBN 1845933974, 9781845933975

Course Evaluation:

  • Class Participation 10%,

  • Mid-term Examination 30%,

  • Assignments 10%,

  • Final Examination 50%,

Attendance 95%compulsory