Module Identifier RS21110  
Module Title CROP PRODUCTION - GRASSLAND  
Academic Year 2001/2002  
Co-ordinator Dr Iwan Owen  
Semester Semester 2  
Pre-Requisite RS10910  
Assessment Assignment     70%  
  Exam   2 Hours   30%  

Aims of the module


It is intended that this module will introduce students to the concepts and principles of grazing and forage conservation and develop the skills necessary to appraise grazing and forage conservation systems. It will introduce a range of alternative forages to grass, which will enable students to appraise and devise whole farm grassland and forage production and utilisation plans.

Learning outcomes


On completion of the module, students will be able to:


. describe the processes of grazing and forage conservation


.   identify and appraise grazing and forage conservation systems and their components


.   integrate grazing and forage conservation requirements and systems to create an integrated grass and forage management plan