TERM: 3RD TERM
WEEK SEVEN
Class: Senior Secondary School 1
Age: 15 years
Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each
Date:
Subject: ANIMAL HUSBANDRY
Topic: MANAGEMENT PRACTICES IN LIVESTOCK
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to
I.) Identify all the management practices of pig
II.) Describe management practices of pig
INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Identification, explanation, questions and answers, demonstration, videos from source
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Videos, loud speaker, textbook, pictures,
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES
PERIOD 1-2
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PRESENTATION
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TEACHER’S ACTIVITY
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STUDENT’S
ACTIVITY
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STEP 1
INTRODUCTION
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The teacher explains . Management practices of pig
a). Housing
b). Feeding
c). Diseases and control
d). Breeding
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Students listens attentively to the teacher
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STEP 2
EXPLANATION
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Teacher displays pictures/videos to further explain the management practices and how they are carried out.
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Students exhibit attentiveness and active engagement
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STEP 3
NOTE TAKING
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The teacher writes a summarized
note on the board
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The students
copy the note in
their books
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NOTE
MANAGEMENT PRACTICES IN LIVESTOCK
Below are some of the management practices for pig farming:
- Housing: Pig housing should provide shelter from extreme weather conditions and protection from predators. It should also offer adequate ventilation, space, and cleanliness to maintain pig health and welfare. Housing systems for pigs can vary from simple shelters to environmentally controlled barns, depending on factors such as climate, herd size, and production goals.
- Feeding: Pigs have specific nutritional requirements depending on factors such as age, breed, weight, and reproductive status. Diets for pigs typically include a combination of grains, protein sources (such as soybean meal), vitamins, and minerals to meet their dietary needs for growth, reproduction, and maintenance. Feed management practices, including proper feeding schedules and monitoring feed quality, are essential for maximizing pig health and productivity.
- Diseases and Control: Pigs are susceptible to various infectious and non-infectious diseases, including respiratory diseases, gastrointestinal disorders, reproductive disorders, and parasitic infections. Disease control measures include implementing biosecurity protocols, vaccination programs, regular health monitoring, sanitation practices, and prompt treatment with appropriate medications. Preventive measures, such as quarantine procedures and controlling vectors (e.g., rodents, insects), are also important for disease prevention on pig farms.
- Breeding: Pig breeding involves selecting superior breeding stock based on traits such as growth rate, feed efficiency, carcass quality, and disease resistance. Breeding programs aim to improve herd genetics and production efficiency over successive generations. Common breeding methods include natural mating, artificial insemination (AI), and embryo transfer. Proper management of breeding sows, including monitoring estrus cycles, performing breeding soundness evaluations, and ensuring optimal reproductive health, is crucial for successful pig breeding programs.
EVALUATION: 1. Identify 4 management practices in pig
- Discuss briefly the management practices you mentioned in 1 above.
CLASSWORK: As in evaluation
CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively
