Organic Livestock Production Systems

A.Y. 2020/2021
3
Max ECTS
32
Overall hours
SSD
AGR/19
Language
Italian
Learning objectives
The aim of this course is to provide a theoretical and practical knowledge on organic animal production. The theoretical lessons will provide the principal knowledge about the development of the organic movement in EU and in the world as well as the EU regulation of this method. The students will learn the main characteristics of this rearing method both from the management point of view and from the view of animal health and welfare. The lessons will also provided the basics of the organic certification process . Theoretical lessons and practical visits to the farms will support the learning.
Expected learning outcomes
The student must have understood the importance of diversification of farming system to protect the environment and biodiversity. The student will be able to manage this farming system, taking into account the characteristics of adaptability of each species to different natural environments to ensure a good level of production, animal health and welfare.
Single course

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Course syllabus and organization

Single session

Responsible
Lesson period
First semester
AGR/19 - ANIMAL SCIENCE - University credits: 3
Practicals: 16 hours
Lessons: 16 hours
Professor: Ferrante Valentina
Professor(s)
Reception:
By appointment
To be agreed