This subject aims to provide students with an understanding in the current production and production practices and also discuss some of future opportunities that may occur in animal production in Tonga and the Pacific.

The course contents will cover various aspects that determined to maximise productivity in animal production hence eliminate factors that hinder farmers from achieving their goals. Different practices from all over the world will included in this course if seems fit to exercise in Tonga.

Upon completion of this subject, students shall be able to 

• Describe the role and distribution of livestock in Tonga and the Pacific
• Identify the goals in animal breeding 
• Recognize the environmental effects on/of livestock
• Describe how climatic constraint are overcome 
• Discuss the factors affecting growth in Livestock
• Discuss factors to consider in animal production
• Discuss lactation
• Explain the nutritional aspects of animal production 
• Describe the function of animal digestive system 
• Recognize the nutritional value of animal feeds
• Explain the production of poultry, beef, cattle, dairy, swine, sheep and horses
• Evaluate the issues relative to animal welfare