International pig management

This internationally accepted programme is geared toward:

• managers in the field of pig husbandry
• extension officers
• teachers and instructors in animal production

4 September 2023 – 28 March 2024

These training themes are included throughout this programme:

• farm management economics and marketing aspects
• genetics and breeding
• health, hygiene, and pathology
• housing and equipment
• management topics
• record keeping and production control
• nutrition
• applied management in pig farm

During the programme "International Pig Management", you learn how to manage or supervise pig production. From smaller back-yard systems to intensive, large-scale pig farm set ups. You also learn how to appreciate local pig farmers and see how their knowledge, experience, and practices contribute to creating sustainable production concepts and methods. At the end of this program, you can identify opportunities, collaborate within a multi-disciplined team, and share your knowledge clearly about pig husbandry skills and technology. You also feel confident putting together clear reports and logical improvement plans for the pig farmers you work with back home.

Alternative funding: if you are applying with alternative (own) funding you can apply up to 3 months prior to the start of the programme.