17 Questions
What percentage of the world's ice-free land area do grasslands occupy?
54%
How much of the world's livestock relies on grasslands?
One-third
What percentage of Australia's agricultural production value do grasslands contribute?
~36%
How much feed energy do pastures provide globally?
>90%
Approximately how many people worldwide are involved in animal production?
1 billion
What portion of global protein intake is provided by animal production?
One-third
What is one of the benefits of managing pastures well according to the text?
Improved reproduction
When is the group assignment on plant collection due?
09 April 2024
What activity is scheduled for Wednesday, 06 March 2024, according to the text?
Field walk through dairy pastures
Who should students seek permission from to access the dairy farm?
Steven Duncan
What is a prerequisite for visiting the dairy farm according to the text?
Filling in a visitor book
Which event requires an online dairy induction to be completed beforehand?
Field walk through dairy pastures
What is the approximate collective worth of beef, dairy, and sheep industries underpinned by sown and native pastures?
20 billion/year
What is the nominal stocking rate (ha/a.e.) in Oceania, according to the given data?
6.8
Approximately what percentage of Australia's agricultural holdings is native pasture?
77%
What is one indirect benefit to land from sown and native pastures?
Improved soil health
Which region has the highest nominal stocking rate (ha/a.e.) among the given options?
Oceania
Explore the fundamentals of Pasture Science in the course taught by Dr. Shane Campbell at The University of Queensland. Learn about pasture management, animal welfare, and health implications. Discover how well-managed pastures can lead to improved reproduction and less health issues in livestock.
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