Department of Animal Nutrition

This is one of the important departments of the Faculty of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Sciences.

It contributes to the DVM degree program by offering a number of courses with strong practical teaching and training.

The department has a strong postgraduate program offering M.Phil. and Ph.D. degrees.

The department has well-equipped laboratories with state-of-the-art equipment and provides access to the farming community and feed industry for feedstuff testing and least cost ration preparation.

Mission of the Department

The mission of the department is to provide quality education and practical training in animal nutrition.

The department aims to improve livestock productivity through efficient use of conventional and non-conventional feed resources.

It also supports the farming community and feed industry through quantitative and qualitative testing of feedstuffs.

Academic & Research Strengths

Animal Nutrition

Teaching principles of animal nutrition for livestock health and productivity.

Feed Resources

Study and efficient utilization of conventional and non-conventional feed resources.

Forage Conservation

Training in livestock feed resources and forage conservation practices.

Poultry Nutrition

Teaching nutrition and feed technology related to poultry production.

Feed Testing

Quantitative and qualitative testing of various feedstuffs used in ration preparation.

Least Cost Rations

Assistance in preparation and efficient use of least cost rations for livestock.

Academic Programs

Undergraduate Education

The department offers animal nutrition courses for the DVM degree program with practical teaching and training.

M.Phil Program

The department has a strong postgraduate program offering M.Phil. degree opportunities.

Ph.D Program

Advanced research and higher studies are available through the Ph.D. program in animal nutrition.

Facilities & Learning Environment

Well-equipped Laboratories

The department has well-equipped laboratories with state-of-the-art equipment.

Feedstuff Testing

Laboratory services support quantitative and qualitative testing of different feedstuffs.

Feed Industry Support

The department provides access and assistance to farming community and feed industry stakeholders.

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Animal Nutrition Faculty Members

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Course Outline

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Course Outline

Courses Offered

Code	Title of Course	C. Hrs.
AN-201	Principles of Animal Nutrition	3(2+1)
AN-202	Livestock Feed Resources and Forages Conservation	3(2+1)
AN-301	Poultry Nutrition and Feed Technology	2(1+1)