Livestock Husbandry
Welcome to the Livestock Husbandry Courses.
These courses are designed to help you become a great stockman. Learn the essential skills for caring for and managing livestock with practical husbandry courses.
LH201 Intro to Animal Welfare
The Animal Welfare on Farms course is designed specifically for people entering the sheep and beef industry in New Zealand. This course equips participants with the basic knowledge and practical skills that ensure high standards of animal welfare are maintained on farms, aligning with legal and ethical farming practices.
The course delves into the principles and practices necessary to foster the well-being of your livestock. It covers both the Animal Welfare Act 1999 and the relevant Codes of Welfare, providing clear insights into the minimum standards and best practices required for compliance and excellence in animal care.
LH301 Animal Welfare on Farms
The Animal Welfare on Farms course is designed specifically for sheep and beef farmers in New Zealand. This course equips participants with essential knowledge and practical skills that ensure high standards of animal welfare are maintained on farms, aligning with legal and ethical farming practices.
The course delves into the principles and practices necessary to foster the well-being of your livestock. It covers both the Animal Welfare Act 1999 and the relevant Codes of Welfare, providing clear insights into the minimum standards and best practices required for compliance and excellence in animal care.
You will develop an understanding of how proper animal welfare practices not only benefit the animals but also contribute to a more sustainable and responsible farming operation.
LH302 Stockmanship
The Stockmanship course is designed for those eager to learn about livestock behaviour and improve their skills in handling and caring for animals on the farm. This course provides you with the essential knowledge needed to understand the instincts, social dynamics, and behaviours of livestock, ultimately helping you improve animal welfare, efficiency, and overall farm productivity.
Throughout this course, you will dive into the fundamental aspects of stockmanship, from identifying normal and abnormal behaviours to applying the best practices in managing livestock. You will explore how animals interact with their environment, and their social groups, and how to spot early signs of illness or stress. With this knowledge, you will be well-equipped to handle animals with confidence and contribute to a safe and productive farm environment.
LH303 Introduction to Livestock Feeding
A course designed for those passionate about animal health and effective farm management. This Introduction to Livestock Feeding course equips you with the knowledge and practical skills needed to meet the nutritional demands of your livestock while optimising feed supply and grazing systems.
We will explore the intricate relationship between feed quality, pasture growth, and animal demand, providing you with the tools to develop effective feeding strategies that support livestock productivity and farm sustainability.
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