DAP2101 Dairy and Beef Production

This course introduces the student to the basic management skills of Dairy and beef herds so as to produce high quality milk and meat and the marketing principles of their products.

Course Objectives

• To train students in dairy and beef management to produce high quality milk and meat.

Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course, learners should be able to:

• Identify the breeds of dairy and beef cattle
• Carry out aspects of housing and nutrition with regard to dairy and beef animals.
• Set up a dairy or beef production unit and manage it
• Add value to milk