FEED OF FARM ANIMALS
The food given to farm animals is called livestock feed or simply put ‘feed’. The livestock farmer must supply his animals with the appropriate quantity and quality of feed for:… Read More »FEED OF FARM ANIMALS
Agricultural Science (All Classes)
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FARM STRUCTURES | MEANING. TYPES, MAINTENANCE & FARM SHELTER
Farm structures are simple erections that are constructed in the farm site to make farm operations easier. They are usually very simple building which to are not made from concrete. … Read More »FARM STRUCTURES | MEANING. TYPES, MAINTENANCE & FARM SHELTER
STOCK EXCHANGE IN AGRICULTURE
A stock exchange is a marketplace where buyers and sellers can trade stocks, which represent shares of ownership in publicly traded companies. While there isn’t a specific stock exchange dedicated… Read More »STOCK EXCHANGE IN AGRICULTURE
TYPES OF STOCK EXCHANGE
The stock exchange (capital market) is divided into two types These are the Primary market and Secondary market. Primary Market This is also called the new issue market (NIM). it… Read More »TYPES OF STOCK EXCHANGE
PEOPLE INVOLVED IN STOCK EXCHANGE
There are several types of people involved in the stock exchange and the broader financial markets. Here are some key players: 1. Investors Individuals or institutions that buy and sell… Read More »PEOPLE INVOLVED IN STOCK EXCHANGE
AGRICULTURE IN STOCK EXCHANGE II
A stock exchange is an organized market where stock broker s and traders can buy and sell stocks (also called shares), bonds and other securities. It is also called capital… Read More »AGRICULTURE IN STOCK EXCHANGE II
Types of Farm Records
What is a Farm record? Farm records refer to the systematic documentation and organization of various information related to agricultural operations and activities on a farm. These records are essential… Read More »Types of Farm Records
BOOKKEEPING
Bookkeeping is the recording on a day-to-day basis, of financial transactions and information pertaining to a business. It ensures that records of individual financial transactions are correct, up-to-date and comprehensive.… Read More »BOOKKEEPING
Importance of Farm Records
Farm records are essential for the effective management and success of any agricultural operation. They provide systematic and organized documentation of various aspects of the farm’s activities, resources, and performance.… Read More »Importance of Farm Records
FACTORS OF SOIL FORMATION
FACTORS OF SOIL FORMATION The factors that control soil formation include; climate, parent materials, topography, biotic factors (living organisms) and time. CLIMATE Climate refers to the average weather condition of… Read More »FACTORS OF SOIL FORMATION
ROCK WEATHERING
ROCK WEATHERING The process of soil formation is referred to as weathering. Weathering is defined as the disintegration of rocks into smaller particles to form soil. PROCESSES OF ROCK WEATHERING… Read More »ROCK WEATHERING
ROCK FORMATION AND TYPES
ROCK A rock is any mineral material of the earth. It may be a combination of different mineral elements such as silica (silica contain silicon and oxygen). TYPES OF ROCKS… Read More »ROCK FORMATION AND TYPES
AGRICULTURAL ECOLOGY
MEANING OF AGRICULTURAL ECOLOGY Agricultural Ecology is defined as the study of crop plants and farm animals in relation to their environment. Ecology is derived from a Greek word “Oikos”… Read More »AGRICULTURAL ECOLOGY
HUSBANDRY AND CULTIVATION OF SOME SELECTED CROPS
CULTIVATION OF CEREALS MAIZE (Zeamays) RICE (Oryzasativa) Description Maize also called corn is a member of the grass family (Gramineae). It produces grains, use as food by human beings… Read More »HUSBANDRY AND CULTIVATION OF SOME SELECTED CROPS
POST-PLANTING OPERATIONS
Post planting operations are the operations carried out after planting. It creates a good condition and proper maintenance for plants growth. Post planting operations include the following: Thinning Supplying Irrigation/… Read More »POST-PLANTING OPERATIONS
PLANTING OPERATIONS – DISTANCE, DATE, SEED RATE, NURSERY PRACTICE
PLANTING OPERATION These are the operations carried out when inserting the planting materials (cutting or seeds) into the soil. When seeds are sown in the soil, they develop root and… Read More »PLANTING OPERATIONS – DISTANCE, DATE, SEED RATE, NURSERY PRACTICE
CULTURAL PRACTICES
Planting operations are the operations carried out before planting while planting is the sowing of seeds and post-posting operations include thinning, supplying, irrigation, manuring, mulching and weeding. PRE-PLANTING OPERATIONS Land… Read More »CULTURAL PRACTICES
PREVENTION AND CONTROL OF CROP PESTS
METHODS OF PEST CONTROL Crop pests can be prevented or controlled through the following methods: Physical control Cultural control Biological control Chemical control PHYSICAL CONTROL This method involves physically removing… Read More »PREVENTION AND CONTROL OF CROP PESTS
PESTS OF CROPS | MEANING, TYPES, CLASSIFICATION, IMPORTANT
MEANING OF CROP PEST A crop pest can be defined as any organism capable of causing damage to the crop. TYPES OF CROP PEST Crop pests can be categorized into… Read More »PESTS OF CROPS | MEANING, TYPES, CLASSIFICATION, IMPORTANT
DISEASES OF CROPS
MEANING AND CAUSES OF DISEASE A crop is a plant cultivated by man for a specific purpose. A plant disease is a deviation of the plant from the normal state… Read More »DISEASES OF CROPS