Masterclass Certificate in Urban Chicken Keeping for Food Security
-- ViewingNowThe Masterclass Certificate in Urban Chicken Keeping for Food Security is a comprehensive course designed to equip learners with the essential skills needed to raise chickens in urban environments for sustainable food production. This course is crucial in a world where food security is an increasing concern, and urban agriculture is gaining recognition as a solution.
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• Introduction to Urban Chicken Keeping: Basics of raising chickens in urban areas, benefits of backyard chicken farming, and understanding local regulations.
• Chicken Breeds for Urban Spaces: Overview of chicken breeds suitable for small spaces, considering egg production, temperament, and size.
• Housing and Equipment: Designing and building coops, runs, and nesting boxes; selecting appropriate feeders and waterers.
• Chicken Health and Wellness: Common health issues, biosecurity measures, and maintaining chicken wellbeing.
• Urban Chicken Nutrition: Balanced diets, supplements, and treats; understanding food scraps and garden waste as nutritional resources.
• Integrating Chickens with Urban Gardens: Utilizing chicken manure as fertilizer, managing pests, and promoting sustainable gardening practices.
• Egg Production and Collection: Understanding egg laying cycles, collecting and storing eggs, and ensuring egg safety.
• Community Engagement and Advocacy: Building relationships with neighbors, addressing concerns, and promoting urban chicken keeping as a means of food security.
• Urban Chicken Keeping Policies and Ordinances: Navigating local regulations, advocating for policy changes, and understanding legal requirements.
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