Topic · 24 articles
Content and feeding of farm animals: rations and feed base, facilities and microclimate, herd reproduction, productivity and breeding work in farms of various scales.
18 min read For students
The article reveals the fundamentals of intensive pig farming, including issues of hybridization, early weaning of piglets, and the organization of fattening. The principles of facility zoning according to the Danish production system are examined
5 min read For students
The material systematizes the results of evaluating the productivity of offspring of various pig breeds. Indicators of growth, development, and fattening qualities of young livestock based on the results of tests of specific groups of animals are presented
14 min read For students
The article examines the key elements of meat and wool sheep breeding technology, including livestock animal housing systems, flock organization, and principles of breeding work to increase the genetic potential of the livestock
8 min read For students
The article provides an overview of the current state of the goat farming industry, including a classification of breeding zones and the main characteristics of the products obtained. Readers will become familiar with the chemical composition and unique dietary properties of goat milk, as well as the quality characteristics of wool and down raw materials
16 min read For students
The article examines the biological characteristics of rabbits, nutria, and minks, as well as key aspects of organizing production processes in these livestock industries. The material covers issues of feeding, housing, and reproduction of livestock animals to obtain quality products
5 min read For students
The article examines the state of the Russian horse breeding industry and key aspects of labor organization in the sector. The material describes technological standards for keeping working horses and principles for their effective use in agricultural activities
