Page 110 - Agriculture Form Two

Agriculture for Secondary Schools

Activity 6.6
Visit any nearby AI centre/ study a relevant video clip on AI technology and:

(a) Study on how AI is conducted; then,
(b) Summarise your observation in your portfolio.
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Exercise 6.2

1. Use any learning resource such as the library or internet search to explain the
following terms as used in animal breeding and reproduction:
(a) Breeding (b) Reproduction (c) Oestrus (d) Oestrus cycle.
2. Outline any five signs of an animal on heat.

3. Describe four phases of oestrus cycle in a cow.

4. With reasons, suggest the best mating option for a farmer with only one bull
and 20 cows on heat at the same time.

5. Identify any five materials/equipment used during A.I.

Handling and processing of livestock products and by-products

Usually, when an individual engages in livestock production, the ultimate aim is
to sell the animals and/or their products and by-products. Animal products are the
primary produce of the enterprise. They include live animals, meat, milk, and eggs.
On the other hand, livestock by-products are the secondary produce of the enterprise.
Animal by-products include hides/skin, horns, hooves, blood, offals, and manure.
All livestock dealers, including those collecting animals from remote areas bringing
them to the markets and processers of animal products, must abide by standards
that govern animal transportation and handling practices to ensure their quality.

Handling of live animals
Before transporting animals for slaughter or rearing, the following actions
should be undertaken:

(a) Securing movement permits for the animals: When moving animals from
one location to another, one must obtain a special certificate/permit from
the responsible authorities. This is a compulsory regulation for all types
of animals. This allows responsible authorities to inspect the animals’

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