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TERM: 3RD TERM

WEEK ONE

Class: Senior Secondary School 1

Age: 15 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each

Date:

Subject: ANIMAL HUSBANDRY

Topic: LIVESTOCK MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

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

I.) Explain the concept of livestock management

II.) Outline the livestock management system.

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

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

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

PERIOD 1-2

PRESENTATION

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY

STUDENT’S

ACTIVITY

STEP 1

INTRODUCTION

The teacher explains the meaning of livestock management to the students.

Students listens attentively to the teacher                                                                          

STEP 2

EXPLANATION

Teacher discusses  all the management systems in livestock farming.

Students exhibit attentiveness and active engagement

STEP 3

NOTE TAKING

The teacher writes a summarized

note on the board

The students

copy the note in

their books

 

NOTE

LIVESTOCK MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

Livestock management refers to the process of caring for, breeding, feeding, and ensuring the overall well-being of domestic animals, such as cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, and poultry, for various purposes including food production, labor, and companionship.

Livestock Management Systems

The following are livestock management systems

  1. Housing and Shelter: Providing appropriate housing and shelter to protect livestock from harsh weather conditions, predators, and diseases.
  2. Feeding and Nutrition: Implementing proper feeding programs to meet the nutritional requirements of each species and stage of life, including access to clean water, balanced diets, and supplementary feed if needed.
  3. Healthcare and Veterinary Services: Regular monitoring of livestock health, disease prevention through vaccination and parasite control, and timely treatment of illnesses or injuries with the assistance of veterinary professionals.
  4. Breeding and Reproduction: Managing breeding programs to achieve desired genetic traits, optimizing reproduction efficiency through techniques like artificial insemination or embryo transfer, and ensuring proper care for pregnant animals and newborns.
  5. Herd Management: Monitoring and maintaining herd health, size, and composition, implementing strategies for herd expansion or reduction based on market demands and resource availability.
  6. Record Keeping and Data Management: Maintaining accurate records of livestock inventory, health status, breeding history, and production performance to make informed management decisions and track financial aspects of the operation.
  7. Environmental Management: Implementing practices to minimize environmental impacts such as soil erosion, water pollution, and greenhouse gas emissions through proper waste management, pasture rotation, and conservation practices.
  8. Marketing and Sales: Identifying market opportunities, branding and promoting livestock products, negotiating prices, and managing sales transactions to maximize profitability.

EVALUATION: 1. What is livestock management system?

  1. Identify 5 management systems and explain them.

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively