Agriculture as a Source of Raw Materials for Industries Agricultural Science Primary 4 First Term Lesson Notes Week 4

Agricultural Science Primary 4 First Term Lesson Notes Week 4

Subject: Agricultural Science
Class: Primary 4
Term: First Term
Week: 4
Age: 9 years
Topic: Agriculture as a Source of Raw Materials for Industries
Sub-topic: Agro-Allied Industries and Raw Materials
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

1. Outline industries and the agricultural raw materials they use.
2. List industrially finished goods produced from agricultural materials.
3. Identify the location of some agro-allied industries.

Keywords

• Agro-Allied Industries
• Raw Materials
• Industrial Goods
• Location
• Agriculture

Set Induction

Begin with a discussion on how some products in their homes or schools might be made from agricultural materials. Show pictures of common products and ask pupils where they think the raw materials come from.

Entry Behaviour

Pupils should have a basic understanding of raw materials and their importance in producing finished goods.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Pictures or posters of agro-allied industries and products
• Chart paper
• Markers
• Computers or tablets for internet research

Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge

Pupils may know that some products they use are made from agricultural materials. Connect this to how agriculture provides raw materials for various industries.

Embedded Core Skills

• Research skills
• Collaboration
• Data organization

Instructional Materials

• Pictures or posters of agro-allied industries
• Chart paper
• Markers
• Computers or tablets

Content

1. Industries and Agricultural Raw Materials
   • Food Processing: Uses raw materials like maize, sugarcane, and cocoa to make products like flour, sugar, and chocolate.
   • Textile Industry: Uses cotton to make clothing and fabrics.
   • Beverage Industry: Uses fruits and sugarcane to produce juices and soft drinks.
   • Pharmaceutical Industry: Uses plants like neem and aloe vera for medicines.
   • Construction Industry: Uses bamboo and timber from trees for building materials.
2. Industrially Finished Goods
   • Flour: Made from wheat.
   • Sugar: Made from sugarcane.
   • Juice: Made from fruits like orange and apple.
   • Clothing: Made from cotton.
   • Medicines: Made from plants.
3. Locations of Agro-Allied Industries
   • Flour Mills: Lagos, Kano
   • Textile Factories: Kaduna, Lagos
   • Juice Factories: Ibadan, Lagos
   • Pharmaceutical Companies: Abuja, Lagos
   • Timber Companies: Enugu, Cross River

Evaluation

1. What is an example of a food processing product?
   a) Cotton
   b) Flour
   c) Juice
   d) Timber
2. Which raw material is used to make clothing?
   a) Cotton
   b) Wheat
   c) Fruits
   d) Timber
3. What is sugar made from?
   a) Fruits
   b) Sugarcane
   c) Cotton
   d) Timber
4. Which industry uses cotton as a raw material?
   a) Beverage
   b) Textile
   c) Food Processing
   d) Pharmaceutical
5. Where is a major location for flour mills in Nigeria?
   a) Abuja
   b) Lagos
   c) Enugu
   d) Kaduna
6. What product is made from fruits and sugarcane?
   a) Flour
   b) Juice
   c) Clothing
   d) Medicines
7. Which raw material is used to make medicines?
   a) Cotton
   b) Plants
   c) Timber
   d) Wheat
8. What industry uses timber?
   a) Textile
   b) Construction
   c) Beverage
   d) Food Processing
9. Name a location for a juice factory.
   a) Lagos
   b) Kano
   c) Enugu
   d) Ibadan
10. What is an example of a finished good made from wheat?
    a) Sugar
    b) Juice
    c) Flour
    d) Clothing
11. Where can you find a textile factory in Nigeria?
    a) Lagos
    b) Kaduna
    c) Abuja
    d) Enugu
12. What industry makes use of sugarcane?
    a) Pharmaceutical
    b) Beverage
    c) Construction
    d) Food Processing
13. Which location is known for timber production?
    a) Cross River
    b) Lagos
    c) Ibadan
    d) Kano
14. What is used to make juices?
    a) Timber
    b) Fruits
    c) Plants
    d) Cotton
15. Where is a pharmaceutical company located?
    a) Kaduna
    b) Lagos
    c) Ibadan
    d) Abuja

Class Activity Discussion

1. What are some industries that use agricultural raw materials?
   • Food processing, textile, beverage, pharmaceutical, construction.
2. How does the food processing industry use agricultural materials?
   • It processes raw materials like maize and cocoa into products like flour and chocolate.
3. Name a finished good made from cotton.
   • Clothing or fabrics.
4. What raw materials are used in the beverage industry?
   • Fruits and sugarcane.
5. Where can you find industries that use agricultural materials?
   • In locations like Lagos, Abuja, and Kaduna.
6. How does the textile industry contribute to the use of agricultural raw materials?
   • It uses cotton to make fabrics and clothing.
7. Give an example of a product made from sugarcane.
   • Sugar or juice.
8. What are some uses of timber in the construction industry?
   • Building houses and furniture.
9. How do pharmaceutical companies use plants?
   • They use plants to make medicines.
10. Why is it important for industries to use agricultural materials?
    • It supports both the agricultural sector and industrial production.

Presentation

1. Step 1: Review the previous lesson on agriculture as a source of employment and income.
2. Step 2: Introduce the new topic on agriculture as a source of raw materials for industries. Explain how various industries use agricultural materials to produce finished goods.
3. Step 3: Guide pupils in creating charts of finished goods and their raw materials. Assign the task of researching agro-allied industries and their locations.

Teacher’s Activities

• Introduce the topic with visual aids and real-life examples.
• Guide pupils in creating charts and discussing industries.
• Assist pupils with internet research and ensure they understand the task.

Learners’ Activities

• Create charts of industrially finished goods with their raw materials.
• Research and list agro-allied industries and their locations.
• Discuss and share findings with the class.

Assessment

• Observe pupils’ participation and accuracy in chart creation and discussion.
• Review their research on agro-allied industries and locations.
• Provide feedback and ensure understanding of the topic.

Evaluation Questions

1. What are some industries that use agricultural raw materials?
2. How is cotton used in the textile industry?
3. Name a product made from sugarcane.
4. Where are some locations for agro-allied industries?
5. How does the beverage industry use fruits?
6. What finished goods are made from wheat?
7. How do pharmaceutical companies use plants?
8. What materials are used in the construction industry?
9. Why is it important for industries to use agricultural materials?
10. List some finished goods made from agricultural products.

Conclusion

• Check pupils’ charts and research results.
• Provide feedback on their presentations and findings.
• Summarize the role of agriculture in supplying raw materials for industries and its impact on the economy.

Agriculture’s Role in Providing Raw Materials for Industries