Agricultural Science questions and answers

Agricultural Science Questions and Answers

A comprehensive list of Agricultural science questions with answers to help you prepare for JAMB, WAEC, NECO, Post UTME exams.

251.

Which of the following is not an example of edaphic factors?

A.

Rocks

B.

Soil

C.

Topography

D.

Storm

Correct answer is D

Storm is not an edaphic factor.

252.

Which of the following agricultural extensions aims at reaching a large number of farmers at the same time?

A.

Mass method

B.

Group method

C.

Individual method

D.

Contact method

Correct answer is A

Mass method aims at reaching a large number of farmers at the same time.

253.

An increase in supply of agricultural produce can be caused by the following factors except

A.

Reduced cost of production

B.

Favourable weather conditions

C.

Reduced taxation

D.

Consumers buying less products

Correct answer is D

Consumers buying less product will not contribute to an increase in the supply of agricultural produce.

254.

Which of the following fishing gears can be used for total harvesting of pond?

A.

Hook and line

B.

Harpoon

C.

Basket trap

D.

Dragnet

Correct answer is D

It is because of the way it is constructed, dragnet can be used for the total harvesting of ponds.

255.

Layer's ration contains more limestone than grower's ration because limestone

A.

Is difficult for the growers to digest

B.

Stimulates layer's appetite

C.

Reduces the acidity in the gut if growers

D.

Supplies sufficient minerals to layers for shell formation

Correct answer is D

Layer's ration contains more limestone than grower's ration as limestone supplies calcium which is needed for shell formation in layers.