Purpose

This unit standard specifies the competencies required to:

• Demonstrate knowledge on the socio-economic contribution of the livestock sector in

Namibia

• Demonstrate knowledge of economically important livestock in Namibia and their

components

• Describe the suitability of agro-ecological zones for livestock production

• Demonstrate knowledge on different livestock production systems of Namibia.

This unit standard is intended for people working in agriculture as well as people in other

occupations working with livestock.