ANIM 211: Introduction to Monogastric Production
Credits:
2
Origin, distribution and characteristics of breeds of poultry in Ghana and Africa; definitions of terms used in poultry production; systems of poultry production; adaptation of poultry to the tropics; the poultry industry in Ghana – opportunities and challenges. Introduction to Broiler & Layer production. Origin and classification of swine. Distribution of Pigs. Anatomical characteristics. Definition of technical terms and terminology. Importance of swine to man. Swine behaviour. Breeds and their physical characteristics. Adaptive physiology/mechanism of adaptation. Growth and development in pigs. Stress syndrome in pigs. Nutrient requirements in swine life cycle.