Indigenous breeds, including pig breeds, are critical for sustainable agriculture and rural lifestyles because of their flexibility to local settings, disease resistance, and minimal care needs. They play an important role in preserving genetic variety and cultural identity. Economically, these breeds benefit smallholder farmers since they flourish in low-input systems and provide specialized market prospects, … Read more
Animal genetic resources (AnGR) are vital to sustainable development, encompassing the diverse genetic material in livestock that supports food production, biodiversity, and rural livelihoods. Preserving and utilizing these genetic resources helps enhance food security, improve agricultural sustainability, and ensure livestock can adapt to changing climates. By maintaining genetic diversity, we safeguard the resilience of animal … Read more
Animal breeding is the scientific process of selecting and mating animals to promote specific characteristics like productivity, illness resistance, or adaptability. It dates back to early agrarian communities and was institutionalized in the 18th century through controlled breeding procedures. Advances in genetics and biotechnology have since transformed the industry, allowing more precise genetic improvements. Animal … Read more
Course Code SSC 304 Course Title Introductory Soil Conservation and Watershed Management Credit Hour 2(2+0) Full Marks 50 Theory 50 Practical 0 Objectives Upon the completion of this course, the students will be able to understand forms of soil erosion and land degradation and the mechanics involved therein to apply control measures for protection and … Read more
Course Code EXT 303 Course Title Agricultural Communication Credit Hour 3(2+1) Full Marks 75 Theory 50 Practical 25 Objectives Upon the completion of this course, the students will be able to understand the basic concept of communication, their principle, method, type system and media preparation etc, and ability to apply the agricultural communication knowledge disseminate … Read more
Course Code AEC 303 Course Title Agriculture Marketing and Cooperatives Credit Hour 2(2+0) Full Marks 50 Theory 50 Practical 0 OBJECTIVES Upon the completion of this course, the students will be able to understand the meaning, concept, and importance of agricultural marketing and cooperatives. They will also be able to develop analytical techniques in agricultural … Read more