Skin Conditions in Cattle – Cattle Ectoparasites
In this course we will look at signs, diagnosis, treatment and control of common skin conditions caused by ectoparasites of cattle.
In this course we will look at signs, diagnosis, treatment and control of common skin conditions caused by ectoparasites of cattle.
This training course covers the following three areas: Identification of invasive non-native species of flora and fauna, identification of injurious species and identification, control and management of Fallopia (Japanese knotweed) species.
This course will look at factors relating to farm emissions and maximising carbon sequestration within sustainable farming and land management practices. Energy efficiency strategies will be discussed as well as energy production via renewable technologies as a way to reduce...
This module looks at managing poultry manure.
This course will help you identify, prevent, control and treat hydatid disease which can form cysts in the organs of sheep, when secondary or 'dead-end' hosts, ingest tapeworm eggs.
Maedi Visna (MV) and CLA are two of the “Iceberg” diseases of sheep. While the clinical presentation of these production-limiting diseases is mild, they often cause inefficiency through subclinical disease. The extent of the problem within a flock can be...
This course is an introduction to nutrient management planning on improved land and the elements included in a nutritional management plan. At the end of this module, you should be able to understand the importance of a nutrient management plan...
This module presents some guidelines and practical advice to assist you in becoming an effective farm employer.
This module examines the use of Estimated Breeding Values (EBVs) to predict the genetic potential of animals and how their genes will be expressed in their progeny.
Looking at ways to provide upland farmers with an alternative source of income from land that is otherwise limited in its farming options.