30) Technology in animal production Flashcards
1
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Elements of technology
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- Genetics
- Care
2
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Genetic elements of technology in animal production
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- Improvement
- Preservation
- Records
- Processing
3
Q
Care elements of technology in animal production
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- Plant-feed production
- Nutrition
- Health
- Reproduction
- Grooming
- Housing
4
Q
Examples of technology in animal production
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- Milking machines
- Slaughter machines
- Feeding machines
5
Q
Large-scale operation
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- Large fields/great investments/intensive control/max profit
- Cattle (meat/milk)
- Pig farms
- Poultry
6
Q
The aim of large-scale production
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Produce most product at lowest price
7
Q
Benefits/risks of large-scale operation
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- Efficiency
- Animal welfare
- Health risks
8
Q
Ecological production
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- Introduction of symbiotic species to support the ecological sustainability of the farm
- Reduced ecological debt
9
Q
Principles to be considered for ecological farming
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- Minimise food miles
- Minimise energy consumption
- Food production should be ecological in both origin and density
