ALE 2430 A (CRN: 95489)
Agr, Lndscp & Envir: Forage and Pasture Mgmnt (A)
4 credit hours
About ALE 2430 A
Forage crops and grasslands play a central role in sustainable and diversified agriculture. Covers the scientific principles and practical applications of the production, management, and utilization of perennial and annual forage crops used by livestock and equine. Pre/Co-requisite: BIOL 1400, BIOL 1450, BCOR 1400, BCOR 1450, PBIO 1040, PBIO 1060, or Instructor permission. Cross-listed with: ASCI 2240.
Notes
Prereqs: BIOL 1400 or 1450 or PBIO 1040 or 1060 or BCOR 140; Colocated with ASCI 2240 A
Section Description
This Forage Crops and Pasture Management course will cover the scientific principles and practical applications of producing, managing, conserving, and utilizing perennial and annual forage crops by ruminant and equine livestock. Students will learn to identify the main forages growing in Vermont and how to plan the grazing season and extend beyond September, among other learning objectives.
Vermont is a perfect place to raise livestock on pasture because of its climate, which produces an adequate amount of precipitation, helping to support high-quality, perennial forage production. Raising livestock outside is the least expensive method of producing nutrient-dense animal products when we rely on properly managed rotational grazing. Pasture-based farming is also healthy, and it can protect the environment, providing erosion control, nutrient cycling, carbon sequestration, enhanced water quality, and minimizing nutrient runoff and soil sediments.
Section Expectation
The class will meet M, W, and F starting at 1:10 pm. Lab / field trips is 4:30 hours starting at 1:10 pm. Students are expected to attend all classes and field trips, participate in class discussions, and engage in their individual and group activities.
Evaluation
Students will be evaluated through various assignments: readings, "hands-on" activities such as preparing a forage ID, learning field methods sampling, problem-solving quizzes and exercises, an exam, and a final project.
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