Agr0120:Principles Of Crop Production Question Paper
Agr0120:Principles Of Crop Production
Course:Diploma In Agriculture
Institution: Meru University Of Science And Technology question papers
Exam Year:2013
QUESTION ONE – (30 MARKS)
a. Crop production at present and in future will have to be more knowledge and technological based than it has been. Explain. (6 Marks) b. Discuss the factors that influence crop production in Kenya. (6 Marks) c. Distinguish between agroecological zone and agroclimatic zones. (4 Marks) d. What do you understand by the term farm system? (4 Marks) e. What are the key considerations to make during fertilizer application? (5 Marks) f. Is it necessary to have a fine tilth during land preparations for all crops? (5 Marks)
QUESTION TWO – 15 MARKS
Describe the procedure you would use to introduce a new crop in a given region. (15 Marks)
QUESTION THREE – 15 MARKS
Discuss the following farming systems that are common in sub-saharan Africa. (15 Marks) i. Root crop farming system ii. Irrigated farming system iii. Highland temperature mixed farming system
QUESTION FOUR – 15 MARKS
Outline the crop production practices you would recommend to farmers in Kenya to ensure the country attains food security. (15 Marks)
QUESTION FIVE – 15 MARKS
Discuss the challenges that face crop production in arid and semi-arid parts of Kenya. (15 Marks)
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