Livestock Feed Formulation
Livestock Feed Formulation (LFDF) is a 1-month certificate course in Agribusiness, studied online, examined by Finstock Evarsity College. The full fee is KES 15,000.
Overview
Livestock Feed Formulation
Course overview
The Certificate in Livestock Feed Formulation at Finstock Evarsity College is a 1-month online program designed to equip learners with essential knowledge and practical skills in designing and producing cost-effective, nutritious animal feeds. The course provides a strong foundation in animal nutrition, feed ingredients, and ration formulation techniques, enabling students to create balanced diets for various livestock such as poultry, cattle, goats, and pigs. Emphasis is placed on understanding nutritional requirements, feed quality control, and the use of modern tools and software for accurate feed formulation.
This program is ideal for farmers, agripreneurs, and individuals seeking to venture into animal feed production or improve livestock productivity. Graduates will gain the skills needed to develop profitable feed formulations, reduce feeding costs, and enhance animal health and growth. Delivered through Finstock Evarsity’s flexible online platform, the course allows students to learn at their own pace while acquiring practical knowledge that can be immediately applied to real-world farming and agribusiness operations.
What is the minimum grade required to do a Livestock Feed Formulation?
In order to enroll and study for Livestock Feed Formulation you must have basic computer literacy.
Mode of Delivery
Home and/or office-based media employing a variety of self-instructional electronic and online self-study materials, such as; written self-instructional study modules, online interactive devices and self-tests, cloud-based content, videos of lectures mediated technical learning materials e.g., audiovisual and e-learning materials
Once enrolled on the course you will receive access to the e-learning site, where you will be able to access your healthcare assistant learning materials, join learner forums and access tutor support.
Career Opportunities
Animal Nutritionist
Livestock Feed Formulator
Feed Mill Manager
Quality Control Specialist in Feed Production
Research and Development Scientist (Animal Nutrition)
Agricultural Extension Officer
Livestock Production Manager
Feed Ingredient Procurement Specialist
Dairy and Poultry Farm Consultant
Livestock Feed Marketing and Sales Representative
Regulatory Compliance Officer (Animal Feed Standards)
Program Goals
- To equip learners with knowledge of animal nutrition principles and feed composition.
- To develop skills in formulating cost-effective and nutritionally balanced livestock feeds.
- To enhance understanding of feed ingredients, additives, and their nutritional value.
- To promote sustainable feed production practices for improved livestock health and productivity.
- To train students in the use of modern technologies and software for feed formulation.
- To prepare learners for careers in animal production, feed manufacturing, and agribusiness.
- To foster research and innovation in feed formulation for diverse livestock species.
- To build capacity for addressing challenges in feed quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
- To encourage entrepreneurship in livestock feed production and marketing.
- To support food security and economic development through improved animal performance.
Reasons to study
To acquire knowledge of balanced nutrition for optimal livestock health and productivity.
To reduce feeding costs through efficient use of available feed resources.
To improve livestock growth rates, reproduction, and overall performance.
To understand nutrient requirements for different animal species and production stages.
To enhance the quality and market value of livestock products such as meat, milk, and eggs.
To develop skills in using modern feed formulation software and technologies.
To promote sustainable livestock production by utilizing local feed ingredients.
To prevent nutritional deficiencies and related diseases in animals.
To support agribusiness opportunities in animal feed production and supply.
To meet regulatory standards and maintain feed safety and quality.
To contribute to food security by improving livestock productivity.
What we offer
Finstock Evarsity College offers a wide range of courses that are geared towards job creation as well as employment. Our courses and product offerings are categorized as online college based, degree programs, freemium courses and premium resources
Both freemium and premium online courses come with certificates of completion and you can register instantly and begin studying at your convenience.
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What you will study
Livestock Feed Formulation
- LFDF Livestock Feed Formulation
Fees
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Registration | KES 1,000 |
| Tuition | KES 14,000 |
| Total | KES 15,000 |
Paying in instalments
All fees are payable in a lump sum or in instalments. The course runs over one trimester, and each trimester's fee can be paid in 3 instalments.
| Trimester | Total per trimester |
|---|---|
| Trimester 1 | KES 15,000 ($ 150) |
| Total | KES 15,000 ($ 150) |
The trimester fee of KES 15,000 ($ 150) is payable in 3 instalments of KES 5,000 ($ 50).
Requirements
Entry requirements
Basic Computer Literacy
Practical requirements
The cost of practicals, internships or industrial requirements is KES 30,000 ($ 300) and only applies to courses that require practicals.
Good to know
- All Fees are payable in installements, for details check FAQs.
- Digital (downloadable) certificates are available. Printing and shipping of hardcopy certificate can be done at a cost of KES 2,000 ($ 20).
Instructors
- JAMES MBURU KIMANI
- RHODAH MUTENDE
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