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Conclusion
This concludes the Livestock module. We've covered a lot of information about why livestock can be advantageous in organic farming systems and how organic livestock management differs from non-organic management. It's important to select healthy animals to begin with and have a knowledgeable person to care for them and keep them healthy. Animals need the correct nutrition, fresh water and healthy living conditions and pastures. Most producers find that once they have their systems set up right, major health problems generally don’t arise, making the NOP restrictions on synthetic medicines relatively easy to follow.
The Resources section at the end of this module can point you toward more information specific to your particular needs. Many certifiers and organic producers’ groups maintain lists of approved materials and practices for organic dairy management and other systems. If you’re planning on transitioning to organic livestock production, make sure your Organic Livestock Plan is complete using our interactive online tool. In the next module, we’ll talk about marketing strategies, farm business management and the many opportunities that exist in today’s organic sector. See you there! |
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