PVS0136, Environmental impact from animal production, 2.0 Hp
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Syllabus

Level

Third cycle

Grading Scale

The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.

Course language

English

Entry Requirements

Objectives

On completion of the course the student shall be able to describe and discuss the direct and indirect environmental effects associated with animal agriculture with respect to:

• Their relative importance and magnitude
• How they relate to the own area of research
• The current status of mitigation strategies in different production systems

Content

The course is built around the feed cycle, i. e. the production of feed crops; their storage, handling and feeding; and the recirculation of animal wastes to new feed crops. The contribution from each step as well as the aggregated environmental impact for entire production systems of different intensities are highlighted. Animal-specific properties of dairy and beef cattle, horses, pigs and poultry that are linked to environmental issues are covered. Greenhouse gases and losses of P and reactive N are the emphasized issues. Self-supplying systems serve as a model, but the actual situation with global trade of feeds, fertilizers and other inputs is also covered. The course time is equally divided between lectures and group work.

Examination Formats and Requirements for Passing the Course

Approved group work

Responsible Department/Equivalent

Department of Animal Nutrition and Management

Supplementary information

Other Information

For application: www.slu.se/gs-vmas-courses