AGRM 2130/2131 - Animal Nutrition and Feeding

3 credit(s)

The properties, functions, utilization and deficiency symptoms of the essential nutrients for normal growth and reproduction of farm animals are studied in this course along with common livestock feeds, feed additives, nutrient requirements and feeding standards. Ration formulation for beef and dairy cattle, sheep, horses, swine and poultry is a part of the course as well as field trips to area livestock farms to study routine feeding practices. As needed. (T)
2 hours lecture/2 hours laboratory