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Agriculture for Secondary Schools

__________.
6. When planning to keep livestock, consider the social customs and norms of
__________.
7. A document issued in farm business when goods are delivered on credit is called
__________.
8. The revenues of an enterprise depend on the productivity performance and
__________.
9. The general term for domesticated birds of several species such as chicken is
called ________.
10. An act of giving birth to cattle is termed as __________.
11. A small portable and moveable house with a run attached on it is called
__________.
12. A chicken which is reared for meat production in five to six weeks is called
__________.
13. A young cattle of either sex before weaning is called __________.

Section E
1. What are the major principles you have to adhere to in carrying out livestock
farming enterprise successfully? Outline at least eight principles.
2. Mention two major types of parasites and disease control measures.
3. List two breeds of sheep.
4. Name any three (3) diseases that affect dairy cattle.
5. Outline four phases of oestrus cycle in farm animals.
6. List any three methods of meat preservation.
7. Outline four chambers of the ruminant stomach.
8. Mention any three types of pig pens.
9. Briefly, describe the concept of animal breeding in farm animals.
10. Explain three animal slaughter facilities.
11. Explain any five qualities to consider in selecting eggs for hatching.
12. Outline any three environmental factors affecting livestock planning.

Section F
1. For a successful management on poultry farm, some practices should be carried
out during managing the poultry house. Discuss the housing management for
layers.

2. Selection of a suitable breed of dairy cattle is a very important step before
starting your business. You, as the owner of a dairy cattle farm to be established,
what factors will you consider in your farm?

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