Comprehensive Competence: Master current pig production practices, understand industry challenges and opportunities, and stay informed about relevant regulations shaping the industry.

Hands-On Knowledge: Gain a general understanding of daily activities across various phases of the pork production chain, including:

• Boar studs
• Breeding farms
• Nurseries
• Finishers
• Wean-to-finish farms

Analytical Skills: Develop the ability to analyze and evaluate the roles of veterinarians, production personnel, and herdsmen within a modern, dynamic pork production system.

Core Principles: Learn essential principles of:

• Biosecurity
• Record keeping
• Animal movement
• Heat detection
• Breeding
• Housing
• Feeding
• Vaccinations
• Individual and population-based clinical assessments