This course will teach you how to farm with pigs for profit. It contains information about breeding, nutrition, management of your piggery, diseases and economics.
When you have completed this course, you will be able to:
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1
Identify the different breeds used in commercial pig farming as well as the hybrid breeds which are used in the industry.
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2
Understand the importance of all types of breeding systems in modern pig farming.
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3
Understand and implement the appropriate nutritional requirements for a pig production system.
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4
Ensure the best feeding regimes are implemented and understood to ensure efficient pig production.
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5
Understand and implement the correct housing requirements for a modern piggery.
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6
Management and feeding of the pig breeding stock, sows and their litters.
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 7
Feeding and management of the fattening pigs.
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 8
Identify and treat pig diseases.
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 9
Understand the importance of the economics of pig production to remain competitive.
Requirements
- Internet access for online modules and quizzes
Features
- Certificate of completion for passing participants