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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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