The minor in Dairy Management is intended to provide interested students with an in-depth exposure to all aspects of dairy farm management including quality milk production, cattle health management, personnel management and farm financial management. Students will have the opportunity to manage a portion of the UConn dairy herd, and be responsible for daily activities and short and long-term decision-making. Completion of the program will provide students with the knowledge base necessary to pursue employment in dairy production at the managerial level or to seek employment in other aspects of the dairy industry.

The requirement for this minor are:

• ANSC 3261      Dairy Cattle Management
• ANSC 4662WC   Dairy Herd Management
• ANSC 3663      Dairy Management Decision Making (Must be repeated)
• PATH 2301       Health and Disease Management of Animals
• ARE 3215C      Business Management
• ARE 4217         Business Managment in Food and Resource Industries

  The program totals 18 credits, as ANSC 3663 must be taken a total of three times (spring, summer and fall semesters is preferable). To earn the minor the student must earn a C (2.0) or better in each course in the minor.

  Students with questions regarding the Dairy Management Minor should contact Dr. Gary Kazmer.

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