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ANIM 417: Monogastric Animal Production

Credits: 
3

Avian biology and its importance in management. Hatchery set up and management. Rearing of broiler breeders. Management of various species of poultry. Processing and marketing of poultry. The importance of swine farming.  Housing and equipment.  Breeding.  Puberty in pigs.  Pregnancy and farrowing management.  Requirements and management of suckling pigs.  Feeding strategies.  Feed/diet formulation for sows and growing/finishing pigs.  Health, marketing and record keeping.