ANSC 116 - Livestock Selection and Carcass Evaluation

Credits: 5
Principles of Livestock and Carcass evaluation for the purposes of selecting meat animals in production scenarios. The basic method and procedure for evaluating carcass characteristics of cattle, hogs, and sheep. Information on carcass quality and yield. The course will also include evaluating live animals before processing, and seeing the carcass of that animal in the cooler. Class material will also cover selection of females for producing meat animals. Formerly: AGPR 116.