A study of the basic principles which apply to animal agriculture. Includes survey of the animal industry along with purposes and production of livestock. Emphasis is on animal products, nutrition, reproduction, animal improvement, and management. Principles of Meat Evaluation . In-depth evaluation of carcasses and meat of beef, swine, and sheep.
Emphasis is on carcass grading and evaluation and appraisal of primary beef primal cuts and hams.
The course includes techniques for comparative analysis, and is required for students participating on the college meats judging team. The course involves 4-5 hours of classroom and laboratory work each week. Fundamental chemical, physical, and biological properties of soils, and their influence on the soils' suitability for agricultural, construction and other uses. Soil formation, fertility and management. Students will survey and sample soils, perform various soil tests, and make lime, fertilizer, irrigation, drainage, soil pest control, and building or engineering recommendations.