Free online courseDairy Cow farming course

Conteúdo do Curso

• Video class: Dairy Cow Farming (Lesson 1) - Introduction to Dairy Farming Course

  0h06m

• Exercise: Which aspect of dairy cow farming is considered essential for planning and making decisions on the farm?

• Video class: Dairy Cow Farming (Lesson 2) - How To Start

  0h07m

• Exercise: What is a crucial step for smallholder farmers when starting a dairy farming business?

• Video class: Dairy Cow Farming (Lesson 3) - Objectives

  0h06m

• Exercise: Which factor is NOT mentioned as an important consideration when choosing a dairy breed for a new dairy farm?

• Video class: Dairy Cow Farming (Lesson 4) - Types of Dairy Cow Breeds

  0h10m

• Exercise: What is the average butterfat content for the Ayrshire dairy cattle breed in Kenya?

• Video class: Dairy Cow Farming (Lesson 5) - Feeding

  0h09m

• Exercise: Why is it important for a dairy cow to have access to clean water?

• Video class: Dairy Cow Farming (Lesson 6) - Rearing Systems

  0h10m

• Exercise: What key advantage does a zero grazing system offer to smallholder farmers?

• Video class: Dairy Cow Farming (Lesson 7) - Structures – Housing

  0h20m

• Exercise: What is an essential consideration when constructing calf pens?

• Video class: Dairy Cow Farming (Lesson 8) - Recordkeeping

  0h14m

• Exercise: What is the primary reason for a dairy farmer to keep accurate records?

• Video class: Dairy Cow Farming (Lesson 9) - Milking

  0h09m

• Exercise: What is a crucial practice to ensure milk safety after it has been obtained from dairy cows?

• Video class: Dairy Cow Farming (Lesson 10) - Milking Practical

  0h05m

• Exercise: What is one of the key factors mentioned in the selection of a quality dairy cow for milk production?

• Video class: Dairy Cow Farming (Lesson 11) - Dairy Cattle Breeding Part 1

  0h13m

• Exercise: What is a key consideration in dairy cattle breeding for improved milk production?

• Video class: Dairy Cow Farming (Lesson 12) - Dairy Cattle Breeding Part 1

  0h04m

• Exercise: What factor is crucial to determine the appropriate time for serving (breeding) dairy cows?

• Video class: Dairy Cow Farming (Lesson 13) - Dairy Cattle Breeding Part 3

  0h11m

• Exercise: What is the average duration of heat signs in dairy cows that a farmer should observe for correct heat detection?

• Video class: Dairy Cow Farming (Lesson 14) - Dairy Cattle Breeding Part 4

  0h14m

• Exercise: What is one of the primary advantages of using natural mating methods in dairy cow farming?

• Video class: Dairy Cow Farming (Lesson 15) - Dairy Cattle Breeding Part 5

  0h06m

• Exercise: What is a major challenge that dairy farmers face in managing their herds?

• Video class: Dairy Cow Farming (Lesson 16) - Dairy Cattle Breeding Part 6

  0h09m

• Exercise: What is the recommended duration of the dry period for dairy cattle before calving?

• Video class: Dairy Cow Farming (Lesson 17) - Production Life Cycle

  0h05m

• Exercise: What is the term used to describe a dairy cow's ability to remain healthy, free from diseases, and productive on the farm for a significant length of time?

• Video class: Dairy Cow Farming (Lesson 18) - Calf Management

  0h15m

• Exercise: What is the recommended feeding practice for a newborn calf in terms of colostrum administration?

• Video class: Dairy Cow Farming (Lesson 19) - Heifer Management

  0h12m

• Exercise: What should a farmer consider when feeding a heifer to ensure proper growth and development?

• Video class: Dairy Cow Farming - (Lesson 20) - Pests

  0h20m

• Exercise: What is one of the major symptoms a farmer should look for to identify if a cow is infected with worms?