Discuss animal marketing methods and techniques.

Discussion should include

  • consumer wants and needs
  • supply and demand considerations  
  • local, national, and international marketing opportunities
  • programs (e.g., check-offs for group marketing of goods)
  • marketing techniques related to consumer trends
  • marketing methods (e.g., auction, online). 

Process/Skill Questions:

  • What is marketing?
  • How does one determine what the consumer wants?
  • What portion of costs does a marketing division receive?