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Tropical Animal Nutrition
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:23:39
Abstract
Farm animals play an important role in most agro/eco - systems, but conditions for a successful management and nutrition in the tropics are diverse. In this course a wide range of aspects are examined.
Objective
The aim of this course is to know and understand animal production systems in the different zones of the tropics taking into consideration the local and social structure of the population.
Content
Introduction into tropics in general and animal production in the differerent areas. Feed production, feed conservation and feeding systems are discussed for different farm animals. Diet formulation with typical tropical feedstuffs are considered taking into consideration the techniques available.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- graded semester performance
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
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| lecture with exercise |
Tropical Animal Nutrition
Blockkurs am Montag, 13. und 20. Oktober 2008, gemäss speziellem Programm
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16 h semesterly |