LH 4023 - Livestock and Pasture Management

Institution:

Unity College

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Description:

This course covers the management of livestock farm systems, their pastures and paddocks, and associated systems of winter feed production such as hayfields and silage or baled silage production systems. The primary emphasis is on natural/organic farming and dairying using rotational grazing systems, sustainably grown winter-feed systems, and energy efficient use of manures and farm and household wastes in fertilization. The major species and breeds of livestock and poultry are discussed. The course discusses and practices basic husbandry and vetting for each breed, as well as appropriate shelter, fencing and other facilities design, construction, and maintenance. Credits: 3 Offered Semester I Prerequisite: BI 1024 Alternate years even starting 2010

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.unity.edu

Phone Number:

(207) 948-9100

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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