Workshop Summary
This intensive 3-day workshop is designed to provide participants with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in cattle production, processing, and investment risk management. The cattle industry presents substantial opportunities for growth and profitability, but challenges such as inefficient farming practices, inadequate processing techniques, and poor risk management hinder optimal performance. This workshop aims to address these issues by equipping participants with advanced techniques in cattle farming, effective processing methods, and strategic investment risk management to ensure sustainable success in the cattle industry.
Curriculum and Schedules
Morning Session:
- Welcome and Introduction:
- Overview of the workshop objectives and agenda.
- Introduction to facilitators and participants.
- Overview of the Cattle Industry in Nigeria:
- Current state of the cattle industry.
- Economic importance and market opportunities.
- Breed Selection and Breeding Techniques:
- Selecting high-yield and disease-resistant cattle breeds.
- Advanced breeding techniques for improved productivity.
Afternoon Session:
- Feeding and Nutrition Management:
- Best practices for cattle feeding.
- Nutrient requirements and feed formulation.
- Health Management and Disease Control:
- Common cattle diseases and their prevention.
- Vaccination and veterinary care.
- Q&A and Networking:
- Open forum for questions and interaction with experts.
- Networking opportunities with fellow participants.
Field Visit:
- Visit to a local cattle farm to observe farming practices and interact with farmers.
Morning Session:
- Slaughtering and Meat Processing:
- Best practices for humane slaughtering.
- Techniques for processing high-quality beef.
- Introduction to Dairy Processing Technologies:
- Overview of traditional and modern dairy processing methods.
- Introduction to processing equipment and machinery.
Afternoon Session:
- Quality Control in Meat and Dairy Processing:
- Ensuring product quality and safety.
- Standards and certifications in meat and dairy processing.
- Value Addition and Product Diversification:
- Creating value-added products (e.g., cheese, yogurt, processed meats).
- Exploring new market opportunities and product lines.
- Q&A and Networking:
- Open forum for questions and interaction with experts.
- Networking opportunities with fellow participants.
Factory Visit:
- Visit to a meat and dairy processing plant to see the technologies and quality control measures in action.
Morning Session:
- Financial Planning and Investment Analysis:
- Developing a financial plan for cattle agribusiness.
- Analyzing investment opportunities and risks.
- Risk Management in Cattle Agribusiness:
- Identifying and mitigating risks in the cattle value chain.
- Strategies for managing financial, operational, and market risks.
Afternoon Session:
- Marketing Strategies and Market Access:
- Effective marketing techniques for meat and dairy products.
- Accessing local and international markets.
- Business Plan Development and Feasibility Studies:
- Crafting a comprehensive business plan.
- Conducting feasibility studies to assess business viability.
- Q&A and Networking:
- Open forum for questions and interaction with experts.
- Networking opportunities with fellow participants.
N195,000
Venue: ABUJA, IBADAN, ONLINE
- Feasibility Studies: Comprehensive feasibility studies tailored to individual business needs.
- Risk Management Toolkits: Access to advanced risk management tools to safeguard your investment.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry experts and fellow participants for ongoing support and collaboration.
- Continuous Support: Post-training mentorship and access to exclusive resources and updates in the broiler industry.
- Expert Instruction: Learn from seasoned professionals with extensive experience in the broiler industry.
- Hands-On Training: Practical sessions that provide real-world insights and applications.
- Comprehensive Curriculum: A well-rounded program covering production, processing, and investment risk management.
- Transformative Outcomes: Gain the knowledge and skills to elevate your agribusiness to new heights.
For registration and more information, please contact:
Training Executive
Institute of Agribusiness Management Nigeria
Tel/Whatsapp: 08131215475