Create a Balanced Ration for a Given Animal
Competency B5. Design a nutritional plan for a given animal with a clearly stated outcome and assess whether the nutritional requirements are being met by recording performance and comparing feed variations.
Description
Learn the specific dietary requirements for an animal and create a balanced ration to meet their specific requirements. Adjust the ration as needed while the animal grows.
Resources
- Animal Nutrition (Texas A&M)
- Feed Processing and Animal Nutrition (CHS)
- Nutrient Requirements of Beef Cattle (OK State Extension)
Teaching Methods
Brainstorming, Lecture Discussion, Paired or Small Group Discussion, Demonstration, Case Study, Field Trip, Resource People, Experiment, Debate