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Ruminant nutrition 802


 
Module code VGE 802
Qualification Postgraduate
Faculty Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences
Module content

Advanced study of foregut and hindgut digestive processes and flow dynamics. Manipulation of digestion, end product metabolism, ad libitum and controlled feed intake. Energy, protein, mineral and vitamin requirements and standards for beef and dairy cattle, small stock and horses. Appropriate ration formulation. The study entails lectures, seminars, practical assignments and a research project with the results reported in a research paper.
Module credits 15.00
Prerequisites No prerequisites.
Language of tuition Module is presented in English
Department Animal and Wildlife Sciences
Period of presentation Year
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