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Ans0130:Ruminant Husbandry Question Paper

Ans0130:Ruminant Husbandry

Course:Diploma In Agriculture

Institution: Meru University Of Science And Technology question papers

Exam Year:2013

QUESTION ONE 30 MARKS
(a) Distinguish between a ruminant and a non ruminant. (5Marks) (b) List the four compartments of the ruminant stomach and describe their characteristics. (8Marks) (c) List four common dairy cattle breeds in Kenya and explain why two of them are particularly popular to farmers and also indicate their origin. (5Marks) (d) Feeding is important in maintaining good health and production of animals. Discuss the feeding regime of a calf from day one to weaning. (10Marks) (e) Disease control is critical to health and production of animals. Differentiate between foot rot and foot and mouth disease. (2Marks)
QUESTION TWO 15 MARKS
(a) What are the signs of approaching lambing? (5Marks) (b) What should a farmer consider in the management of a lamb/kid? (5Marks) (c) Describe a creep diet that is given to lamb/kid. (5Marks)
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QUESTION THREE 15 MARKS
(a) What is the mating ratio allowed in cattle? (2Marks) (b) List the heat signs in a heifer/cow (5Marks) (c) Describe the measures that a dairy farmer should take for effective management of a breeding bull. (8Marks)
QUESTION FOUR 15 MARKS
(a) Define fodder conservation. (5marks) (b) Describe the two common fodder conservation methods commonly used by farmers. (10Marks)
QUESTION FIVE 15 MARKS
(a) Give the reasons why housing is needed for dairy goats. (5Marks) (b) What are the essential conditions to be considered in the construction of a goat house? (10Marks)

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