JSS 2 AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE What is feed? Feed refers to substances or food given to animals, typically livestock, to provide them with the necessary nutrients for growth, development, and maintenance of health. Feeds are designed to meet the specific dietary requirements of animals, delivering essential components such as proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals. The
What is agriculture? Agriculture is the practice of farming, including the cultivation of the soil and the rearing of animals, to produce food, fiber, medicinal plants, and other products used to sustain and enhance human life. Mention two pre-planting operations. Pre-planting operations include activities like plowing (turning over the soil) and harrowing (breaking up
Agricultural science 1st term Scheme of work JSS TWO [mediator_tech] 1 Revision 2 Farm structure 3 Farm structure (ii) 4 Cultural practices 5 Cultural practices (2) 6 Cultural practices (contd) 7 Farming system 8 Farming system (contd) 9 Field work 10 and 11 Revision 12 Examination WEEK 2 AND 3 FARM STRUCTURES AND
1. Sources of Value: a. Intrinsic Value: Intrinsic value refers to the inherent worth or value that something possesses within itself. It is independent of any external factors or considerations. For example, life, happiness, love, and knowledge are often considered to have intrinsic value. These values are seen as valuable in and of themselves, regardless
1. Three examples of feedstuff commonly used in agriculture are: a) Corn: Corn is a widely used feedstuff for animals, providing energy, carbohydrates, and some protein. b) Soybean Meal: Soybean meal is a byproduct of soybean oil extraction and is an excellent source of protein in animal feed. c) Alfalfa: Alfalfa is a legume that
Common Crops and their Scientific/Botanical Names: Here are 15 common crops used as food in many localities, along with their scientific/botanical names: Rice – Oryza sativa Wheat – Triticum aestivum Maize/Corn – Zea mays Potato – Solanum tuberosum Tomato – Solanum lycopersicum Onion – Allium cepa Carrot – Daucus carota Cabbage – Brassica oleracea Lettuce
Subject : Agricultural Science Class : Jss 2 / Basic 8 Term : Third Term / 3rd Term Topic : Scope of Agriculture Learning Objectives: Understand the different branches and areas of study within the scope of agriculture. Identify the importance and interdependence of various aspects of agriculture. Develop an appreciation for
Subject: Agricultural Science Class: JSS 2 Term: Second Term Topic: Farming Systems Behavioural Objectives: By the end of the lesson, learners will be able to mention various farming systems. Content: Topic: Farming Systems Sub-Topic 1: Definition of Farming Systems Farming systems are the different ways farmers use technology to grow crops. This depends on things
Subject: Agricultural Science Class: Jss 2 Term: Second Term / 2nd Term Week: Week 10 Topic: a. Meaning of Fishery b. Classification of fish. Previous Knowledge: The pupils have previous knowledge of TYPES, COMPOSITION AND PROPERTIES OF SOIL that was taught in their previous lesson.
