Reproduction, Milking and Slaughtering

Workbook 11.3 is to be used in conjunction with the Calyx Text entitled ‘Small Ruminant Production’. It aims to satisfy the competency requirements for 6 National/Caribbean Vocational Qualification (N/CVQ) Units, namely: Implement Birthing Process AGLGOA0072B; Carry Out Kidding/Lambing Duties AGLGOA0022C; Monitor Does/Ewes from Mating to Parturition AGLGOA0032C; Milk Goats/Sheep AGLGOA0042C; Rear Goats/Sheep for Meat and Milk AGLGOA0052C; and Slaughter Goats/Sheep for Consumption AGLGOA0062C.
It provides 6 practical learning exercises that cover ruminant reproduction; planning for, and monitoring small ruminant breeding; carrying-out lambing/kidding duties; milking; slaughtering; and abattoir operations. The completed workbook, signed by your facilitator, attests to your skills and achievements in these areas and is a ready reference for yourself, and a useful record of your competence when you are assessed against the standards.