TRD: Institute for animal production: ANIMAL RESEARCH
Animal research in the Western Cape
A list of current investigations is too long to be included in a brief summary such as this. Suffice it to say that many trials are run concurrently, some being conducted over a period of many years, whereas others are completed and findings are available within a period of months.
In order to manage such a big programme and run trials simultaneously with a relatively small team of workers, researchers have to plan resource allocations and the working time of personnel with great care in order to synchronise events effectively while ensuring that materials and other necessities are available when required.
Another prominent feature of livestock research is that a very extensive field of science is covered, which requires scientists and technicians with diversified knowledge, abilities and skills. Because of a shortage of people with the necessary skills and experience, the scientists and technicians at Animal Production work long hours.
Links to recent research projects:
- Feeding of ostriches
- milkproduction@elsenburg.com - Dairy cattle research at Elsenburg
- Aquaculture in the Western Cape
