5-Day Workshop on Advanced Feeds Formulation and Milling Technology for Optimal Milk Quantity and Quality
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Introduction
Dairy production is a tool for poverty alleviation and promoting food security due to its nature of providing regular income to households through the sale of milk. Dairying is however faced with various challenges including feed shortage and low-quality of feeds that limit dairy production, high costs of concentrates which are also of poor quality, high costs of feeds and inadequate advice on dairy cattle feeding and feed formulations for the farms and limited knowledge on best feeding practices among other challenges. As a result of these challenges, dairy farmers end up making losses or stagnant in their production which is contrary to their goal of making profit. Understanding how to formulate feeds can go a long way in improving the feeding of dairy animals and in reducing feed costs. In addition, a good livestock diet can boost profitability on the farms, as well-fed animals are healthier and more productive. This 5 day course will empower participants with skills and knowledge including hands-on training in the use of Excel in feed formulation, optimization of diet formulation by the use of linear programming techniques, feed milling technology, feedstuff sourcing, and least cost formulation of feeds among others.
Duration
5 Days
Who should attend?
Field technicians and agricultural extension staff
Farmers
Representatives of cooperative societies
Individuals who would like to venture into feed formulation and manufacturing.
Agricultural Extension officers
Representatives of NGOs
Private organizations
Course objectives
By the end of the training, participants will be able to:
To use spreadsheets in formulating feeds for different classes of animals
Understand the principles of feed formulation and its preconditions
Understand feed milling management capability
Understand various ingredients for processing methods
Understand the economic benefits of feed mill
Learn safety regulations on feed manufacture
Use both manual and computer software to formulate simple feeds
Course outline
Module 1: Introduction to Animal Foods
Basics of animal nutrition
Groups of Foods (Food components; carbohydrates and fats, proteins, minerals, and trace elements)
Food Processing Terms
Feed ingredients
Water
Feed analysis
Feeding standards and ration formulation (using computer software)
Module 2: Calculating rations
The Object of Rationing
Nutritional Requirements of the Animal
Calculating a Maintenance Ration
Cattle at Pasture
Working Out Rations for a Herd
Nutrient Requirements for a Dairy Cow
Working Out the Total Requirements
Feeding a Ration to Meet Nutrient Needs
The Dairy Ration
Ready Mix Feeds
Using Protein Contents
A Summary of Rationing
Further Considerations in Rationing
Module 3: Animal feed production, quality assurance, and regulation
Feed mill establishment and operation
Feed milling machine designs, components, and maintenance operations
Feed Mill Accessories
Feedstuff sourcing
Feedstuff storage
Feedstuff processing (Plant origin)
Feedstuff processing (Animal byproducts) and utilization
Standardization and Quality Control in Animal Feeds
Finished Feed quality and handling
Principles and Techniques of Manual Formulation
Pearson’s Square Method
Simultaneous Equation Method
More Complex Diets (Trial and Error Method)
Computerized Feed Formulation and Practical formulation using spreadsheets and other available software
Module 4
Formulating to produce concentrates/supplements
Feed Production
Economics and management of feed mill operations
Safety regulations about feed manufacture.
Module 5: Field Visit
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TRAINING CUSTOMIZATION
This training can also be customized for your institution upon request. You can also have it delivered to your preferred location.
REQUIREMENTS
Participants should be reasonably proficient in English. During the training, participants should come with their laptops.
TRAINING FEE
The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, lunch, and study visits.
ACCOMMODATION
Accommodation is arranged upon request. For reservations contact us.
TRAINING FEE
Cost:
In-person USD 1000
Online USD 900
Schedules
Weekdays | 08:00 AM — 04:00 PM |
Weekdays | 08:00 AM — 04:00 PM |
Weekdays | 08:00 AM — 04:00 PM |
Weekdays | 08:00 AM — 04:00 PM |
No. of Days: | 5 |
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