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 793-239 Management and Production of Beef

Credit Points

10

HECS Band

2

Coordinator

Mr W Poynton

Prerequisites

Animal Production; Animal Nutrition and Breeding.

Semester

1, repeat 2 (view timetable)

Contact

Lecture, workshops; tutorials/tours 65 hours

Subject Description

The objective of this subject is to provide students with skills and knowledge relating to beef production and management.

The content includes: Feedlots and their development and the role in the production cycle. Pure and cross-breeding in the beef industry. Chemical pesticides and testing and maintaining a 'chemical-free' status. Industry bodies and their role. Quality assurance, beef nutrition and cattle handling facilities.

Assessment

Internal students - Two 2000 word assignments; three hour examination. External students - Two 3000 word assignments.

Prescribed Texts
  • McKenzie T (ed), Beef Production Guide.
  • NSW Agriculture, Home Study Program.
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