A person achieving this unit standard will be able to understand how to harvest animal products, prepare them for processing and identify processes involved in processing of animal products. In addition they will be well positioned to extend their learning and practice into other areas of animal production. Learners will gain specific knowledge and skills in harvesting animal products and will be able to operate in an animal production environment implementing sustainable and economically viable production principles. They will be capacitated to gain access to the mainstream agricultural sector, in animal production, impacting directly on the sustainability of the sub-sector. The improvement in production technology will also have a direct impact on the improvement of agricultural productivity of the sector.
A learner who has achieved this unit standard will be competent in applying feedlot processing treatment programs to enhance livestock health and quality. The scope of this unit standard deals with the preparation, cleaning and administering of treatments and restoring of facilities and equipment.
The learner achieving this unit standard will be able to respond appropriately to defensive behavior in specific animals. In addition they will be well positioned to extend their learning and practice into other areas of agriculture to the benefit of the industry.
This unit standard is for persons responsible for the determination of relative density of a fluid. A person credited with this unit standard can demonstrate knowledge relating to the determination of relative density, prepare to determine relative density, determine relative density, and complete the duties pertaining to the determination of relative density.
A person achieving this unit standard will be able to identify abnormalities occurring in the sow, boar and piglets and be able to weigh, record and report data to appropriate supervisors. Learners will gain specific knowledge and skills in pig husbandry and will be able to operate in an animal production environment implementing sustainable and economically viable production principles. They will be capacitated to gain access to the mainstream agricultural sector, in animal production, impacting directly on the sustainability of the sub-sector. The improvement in production technology will also have a direct impact on the improvement of agricultural productivity of the sector.
Gain knowledge and skills to harvest animal products effectively, ensuring hygiene, quality, and compliance with agricultural standards in production environments.
Learn how to prepare, apply, and manage treatment programs in feedlot operations, supporting animal health and productivity through safe practices.
This unit helps learners identify defensive animal behavior and apply correct responses to ensure safety, effective animal handling, and stress reduction.
Build foundational knowledge in animal feeding practices. Learn about essential nutrients, feed types, and dietary planning to promote healthy livestock.
Discover key aspects of pig farming including housing, feeding, breeding, and health care. This unit lays the groundwork for effective pig husbandry.
This foundational requirement ensures learners can read, write and communicate clearly in English. Strong literacy supports learning, helps with understanding technical content, and ensures effective participation in animal production training.