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animal production science

knowledge

agriculture, forestry, fisheries and veterinary

agriculture

crop and livestock production

animal production science

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Animal nutrition, agronomy, rural economics, animal husbandry, hygiene and bio-security, ethology, protection and herd health management.

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animal production science

animal production sciences

fundamentals of animal production

knowledge of animal husbandry

knowledge of animal nutrition

knowledge of animal production

science of animal production

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knowledge

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sector specific skills and competences

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ESCO is a Europe 2020 initiative.

DG Employment, Social Affairs and Inclusion of the European Commission developed ESCO in collaboration with stakeholders and with the European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training (Cedefop).

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Current version: ESCO v1.1.2 (Last update 22/02/2024)