Animal Husbandry - Senior Secondary 1 - Introduction to Animal Husbandry

TERM: 1^ST TERM

WEEK ONE

Class: Senior Secondary School 1

Age: 15 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each

Date:

Subject: ANIMAL HUSBANDRY

Topic: INTRODUCTION TO ANIMAL  HUSBANDARY

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to

I.)  Define Animal Husbandary

II.) Explain Farm Animal

III.) Identify the economic importance of Farm Animals

IV.) Identify the scope of Animal Husbandry

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Identification, explanation, questions and answers, demonstration, videos from source

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Videos, loud speaker, textbook, pictures,

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

PERIOD 1-2

NOTE

INTRODUCTION TO ANIMAL  HUSBANDRY

Animal husbandry is the branch of agriculture concerned with the breeding, care, and management of livestock, including domesticated animals such as cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, poultry, and horses. It involves various practices aimed at maximizing the production of food, fiber, and other products obtained from animals while ensuring their well-being and health.

Farm Animal

Farm animals are domesticated animals raised on farms for various purposes, including food production, labor, and companionship. They are typically bred and managed by humans to produce meat, milk, eggs, wool, and other products. Common farm animals include cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, poultry (chickens, ducks, turkeys), and horses.

Economic Importance of Farm Animals

Farm animals play a crucial role in the economy by contributing to agricultural productivity and generating income for farmers and other stakeholders. Some of the economic benefits of farm animals include:

1. Farm animals provide meat, milk, eggs, and other nutritious products essential for human consumption, contributing to food security and dietary diversity.
2. Livestock farming provides a source of income for farmers through the sale of animal products such as meat, milk, wool, and leather.
3. Animal husbandry creates employment opportunities in various sectors, including farming, processing, marketing, and veterinary services.
4. Animal manure is used as organic fertilizer, enhancing soil fertility and crop yields, thereby reducing the need for chemical fertilizers.
5. Farm animals produce by-products such as hides, bones, and feathers, which are utilized in various industries, including leather, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics.

Scope of Animal Husbandry

The scope of animal husbandry encompasses a wide range of activities related to the breeding, management, and utilization of livestock. Some major aspects of the scope include:

1. Breeding and genetics: Selective breeding techniques are employed to improve the genetic traits of farm animals, such as growth rate, milk production, disease resistance, and meat quality.
2. Nutrition and feeding: Animal nutritionists develop balanced diets and feeding regimes to meet the nutritional requirements of different species and production systems, optimizing growth, reproduction, and overall health.
3. Health and disease management: Veterinarians and animal health professionals implement disease prevention, vaccination, and treatment strategies to maintain the well-being of livestock and minimize production losses.
4. Housing and infrastructure: Proper housing facilities and infrastructure are essential for providing shelter, protection, and comfort to farm animals, ensuring their welfare and productivity.
5. Reproduction and reproductive technologies: Techniques such as artificial insemination, embryo transfer, and hormone treatments are utilized to enhance reproductive efficiency and genetic progress in livestock breeding programs.

EVALUATION: 1. Define Animal Husbandary

2. Discuss briefly the concept, "Farm Animal".
3. Identify 5 economic importance of Farm Animals
4. Mention and explain 5 scopes of Animal Husbandary

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively