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This course examines key aspects of livestock health, welfare & behaviour in light of their impacts on productivity, product quality, farm safety and animal ethics. Historical and current approaches to animal welfare are evaluated. The impacts of farming environments on animal stress are considered. The diagnosis and control of diseases in livestock and wild animals are explored in detail.
This course contains a highly recommended residential school for both external and on-campus students.
