Livestock Evaluation
PURPOSE
The purpose of the Tennessee FFA Livestock Evaluation Career Development Event is to stimulate the study of and interest in animal science selection, management and production through the agricultural education curriculum, and provide recognition for those who have demonstrated skills and competencies as a result of instruction in animal science.
OBJECTIVES
A. To understand and to interpret the value of performance data based on industry standards.
B. To measure the students' knowledge in the following categories:
1. To make accurate observations of livestock
2. To determine the desirable traits in animals
3. To make logical decisions based on these observations
4. To discuss and to defend their decisions for their placing by becoming proficient in communicating industry terminology
5. To instill an appreciation for desirable selection, management and marketing techniques
C. To develop the ability to select and market livestock that will satisfy consumer demands and provide increased economic returns to producers. Provide positive economic returns to producers as well as meet the needs of the industry.
D. To identify the criteria used in grading livestock. Scenarios will be used in the selection process.
E. To provide an opportunity for participants to become acquainted with professionals in the industry.
The purpose of the Tennessee FFA Livestock Evaluation Career Development Event is to stimulate the study of and interest in animal science selection, management and production through the agricultural education curriculum, and provide recognition for those who have demonstrated skills and competencies as a result of instruction in animal science.
OBJECTIVES
A. To understand and to interpret the value of performance data based on industry standards.
B. To measure the students' knowledge in the following categories:
1. To make accurate observations of livestock
2. To determine the desirable traits in animals
3. To make logical decisions based on these observations
4. To discuss and to defend their decisions for their placing by becoming proficient in communicating industry terminology
5. To instill an appreciation for desirable selection, management and marketing techniques
C. To develop the ability to select and market livestock that will satisfy consumer demands and provide increased economic returns to producers. Provide positive economic returns to producers as well as meet the needs of the industry.
D. To identify the criteria used in grading livestock. Scenarios will be used in the selection process.
E. To provide an opportunity for participants to become acquainted with professionals in the industry.