Ahs2103;Animal Production Question Paper
Ahs2103;Animal Production
Course:Bachelor Of Horticulture
Institution: Meru University Of Science And Technology question papers
Exam Year:2014
QUESTION ONE – (30 MARKS)
(a) List one dairy goat breed and one pig breed found in Kenya and for each explain its strengths and weakness. (6 Marks) (b) Explain the reasons for performing the following activities in animal farms. (i) Male castration (ii) Dehorning (iii) Record keeping (6 Marks)
(c) Explain the sources and functions of the following nutrients in livestock feeding (i) Proteins (ii) Vitamins (6 Marks)
(d) Discuss the importance of calcium and phosphorous in animal nutrition. (6 Marks) (e) Briefly discuss the role of animal production giving examples. (6 Marks)
QUESTION TWO – (20 MARKS)
(a) Classify domestic animals on the basis of their digestive systems. (4 Marks) (b) Pick any two of the digestive systems and briefly describe them, highlighting their strengths and weakness. (16 Marks)
QUESTION THREE – (20 MARKS)
(a) List four common dairy breeds in Kenya and explain why two of them are particularly popular to farmers. Indicate their origin. (5 Marks) (b) List three beef breeds and 2 dual purpose breeds of Kenya. (5 Marks) (c) What are the phenotypic characteristics you would consider when selecting (i) Dairy cow (5 Marks) (ii) Beef cattle (5 Marks)
QUESTION FOUR – (20 MARKS)
Define the term livestock production system. Briefly explain the characteristics of ranching system giving the advantages and disadvantages. (20 Marks)
QUESTION FIVE – (20 MARKS)
(a) Differentiate between the following terms: (i) Feed and ration (2 Marks) (ii) Balanced ration and total mixed ration (2 Marks) (iii) Fodder and forage (2 Marks) (b) What are the advantages and disadvantages of zero grazing in dairy cattle management? (4 Marks) (c) Describe how animal production can be improved on a farm. (5 Marks) (d) List three diseases that affect ruminants and two diseases that affect poultry. (5 Marks)
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