ANIM 620 Best Management Practices for Ranches and Stables
ANIM620
Description
This course will review the best management practices and safety procedures recommended for ranch and stable managers. The emphasis of this course will include barn hygiene, air quality, safety audits, implementing practices to reduce grazing pressure and pasture quality, manage nutrient gains on pastures, manage water flow, and deliberate fencing to reduce impact on nearby streams and waterways. Students will learn the importance of properly managing the natural environment to optimize the health and welfare of horses, including concepts related to natural ecosystems, ecosystem services, and beneficial management practices.
Dates
Jun 2, 2025 — Jul 27, 2025
Aug 11, 2025 — Oct 5, 2025
Oct 20, 2025 — Dec 14, 2025
Jan 5, 2026 — Mar 1, 2026
Jun 1, 2026 — Jul 26, 2026
Location
Distance Education - Online
Registration Information
For credit cost: $1650
