Brief Introduction
Explore animal feed manufacturing, and learn the best processes and systems for optimising animal feed quality.
Course Summary
Learn about animal feed quality and safety in this course, covering topics such as feed ingredients, processing, and storage. Gain the knowledge and skills to ensure the well-being of your livestock and the safety of your animal products.
Key Learning Points
- Understand the importance of animal feed quality and safety
- Learn about feed ingredients and processing
- Explore different types of animal feed and their effects on livestock
- Understand the role of feed storage in maintaining feed quality
- Gain knowledge and skills to ensure the safety of animal products
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the importance of animal feed quality and safety
- Gain knowledge about different types of animal feed and their effects on livestock
- Learn strategies for ensuring the safety of animal products
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic knowledge of animal husbandry
- Access to a computer and internet connection
Course Difficulty Level
Intermediate
Course Format
- Online course
- Self-paced
- Interactive
Similar Courses
- Animal Behaviour and Welfare
- Sustainable Agriculture: Food Security and Food Safety
- Introduction to Soil Science
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Dr. Temple Grandin
- Dr. Jane Goodall
- Dr. Michael Greger
Related Books
Requirements
- The course is designed for animal feed mill managers looking to continue their professional development and training. It is also useful for existing and new operators, their administrative and sales staff, food scientists, process engineers, and regulators on feed quality assurance practices.
Outline
- Product Quality Assurance and Control Systems
Welcome to the course
Quality requirements for feed
Good Manufacturing Practices
Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP)
Summary
Quality Management System
Welcome to week 2
The Quality Management System
Quality Control and Assurance
Auditing
Summary
Feed Ingredient Quality
Welcome to week 3
Feed Ingredient Quality
Feed Quality Assessment
Analytical Techniques
Summary
Quality control and testing methods
Welcome to week 4
Microbiological testing methods
Chemical testing methods
Physical testing methods
Summary
Adulteration in Feed Quality
Welcome to week 5
Vulnerability of the animal feed chain to adulteration
Types of Fraud
Surveillance and mitigation measures
Summary
End of course