- What is the Largest Farm in the World?
The largest farm in the entire world is bigger than Portugal. This massive farm dairy farm is located in Heilongjiang, China. Mudanjiang City Mega Farm has over 100,000 dairy cows and covers an impressive 22.5 million acres. If that doesn’t impress you, Mudanjiang City Mega Farm produces about 800 million liters (about 200 million gallons) […]
- What is meant by the term “changing the cycle” in coffee growing?
It is the removal of old stems usually after 4-6years Post Views: 14 Related posts: Outline four indicators of well rotten compost manure List down four types of financial books farmers should keep Below is an illustration of an activity carried out in agroforestry Describe the establishment of cabbages under the following subheadings., i)Land preparation […]
- What is a plunge dip?
this is a construction that allows to completely immerse livestock in a liquid that contains an acaricide. Post Views: 16 Related posts: Dipping Procedures Advantages and Disadvantages of Plunge Dips Factors determining stage of crop harvesting. Name four farm records that should be kept by a poultry farmer Form two student put some soil sample […]
- What are the essentials to clean milk production?
Essentials to clean milk production? Healthy milking herd Clean milking cow Healthy and clean milkman Clean milking shed Clean milking utensils Milk filtration, cooling and storage. Avoid flavour in milk Post Views: 25 Related posts: Outline four indicators of well rotten compost manure List down four types of financial books farmers should keep Below is […]
- What are the 3 most common commercial fishing methods?
What are the 3 most common commercial fishing methods? Post Views: 11 Related posts: List four ways through which soil PH influences crop production Give two reasons for carrying out each of the following operations in the land. a) Rolling b) Leveling State four factors that affect elasticity of demand Describe the establishment of cabbages […]
- Two maize pests are shown in the diagram below. Study them and answer the questions that follow
a) Identify the pests in the diagrams labeled X and Y (1mk)X……………………………………………………………………………………………….Y………………………………………………………………………………………………b) At what stage of maize production does each pest damage the crop. (2mks)X……………………………………………………………………………Y……………………………………………………………………………c) Give one way of controlling each of the pests in the field. (2mks)X………………………………………………………………………………..Y………………………………………………………………………………. Answers (a) X – Maize weevil/Sitophilous zeamais ½ mkY – Squirrel 1/2mk(b) X – Dry grain stage […]
- The transaction below shows Mr Mukindias financial position in his farm business for the year.
The transaction below shows Mr Mukindias financial position in his farm business for the year 2004. Ksh Purchase of pesticides 3,000 Milk sales – 8,000 Sale of goats 5,000 Closing valuation 16,000 Interest payable 1,750 Veterinary bills […]
- The following information was found in Mr. Kamau’s farm record for the year ending December 2014. Study it carefully and answer the questions that follow.
The following information was found in Mr. Kamau’s farm record for the year ending December 2014. Study it carefully and answer the questions that follow. Bought goats 4,000 Bought poultry 15,000 Bought dairy meal 25,000 Bought pasture seeds 50,000 Transportation of farm produce 15,000 Paid casual workers 12,000 Hired an ox-plough 10,000 Opening valuation 150,000 […]
- The following account of information is from Mr. Ongoros farm for the year ended 31/12/2012.
(i) Using the information above, prepare a profit and loss account for Mr. Ongoro’s farm. (4mks)(ii) From the calculation in (i) above, state whether Mr. Ongoro made a profit or loss. (1mk) Answers Marks allocation Correct columns – Income – 1/2mk – Expenditure 1/2mk Correct title – 1/2mk Correct entries […]
- The diagrams illustrated below shows tools used in the farm. Study the carefully and answer the questions that follow.
The diagrams illustrated below shows tools used in the farm. Study the carefully and answer the questions that follow. a) Identify the tools labelled P and Q. (2 marks) P wood float Q mason’s trowel b) State the use of the tools labelled M and N. (2 marks) M harvesting crops such as rice […]
- The diagrams below illustrate field management practices. Study them carefully and answer the questions that follow
The diagrams below illustrate field management practices. Study them carefully and answer the questions that follow Identify the field practices. M___________________ (1mk) Trelishing N____________________(1mk) Earthing up Name a crop that can be managed using management (M) above.(1mk) Crops managed using management. M passion fruits Some bean varieties. Thorn melon Give […]
- The diagram shows a management practice carried out on certain crops
(c) State three reasons for carrying out above practice. (1½mks) Answers (a) Staking (1mk)(b) Tomatoes – watermelonPumpkins garden peasSome bean varieties(c) Production of clean fruitFacilitates spraying and harvesting of cropsControl disease outbreak e.g. blightPrevent infestation of soil borne pests Post Views: 6 Related posts: Outline four indicators of well rotten compost manure List down four […]
- The diagram illustrated below shows a petrol engine fuel system. Study it carefully and answer the questions that follow.
The diagram illustrated below shows a petrol engine fuel system. Study it carefully and answer the questions that follow. a) Name the parts labelled X, Y and Z.(3 marks) X fuel tank cap Y oil filter Z exhaust pipe b) State the maintenance practice of the following parts;(2 marks) i) Fuel tank cap Ensure it […]
- The diagram illustrated below shows a method of grafting. Study it carefully and answer the questions that follow.
The diagram illustrated below shows a method of grafting. Study it carefully and answer the questions that follow. a) Identify the type of grafting illustrated above. Whip grafting/tongue grafting b) Name the parts named G1 and G2. G2 root stock G1 scion c)State three advantages of grafting in agroforestry. The farmer is able to get […]
- The diagram illustrated below shows a DAP fertilizer bag. Study it carefully and answer the questions that follow.
The diagram illustrated below shows a DAP fertilizer bag. Study it carefully and answer the questions that follow. a) What do the figures labelled on the diagram stand for. 18% N, 46%P2O5, 0% K2O b) With a reason name the class of inorganic fertilizer that DAP belong. Incomplete compound fertilizer, Reason; contains only two primary […]
- The diagram below shows two methods of handling livestock in the farm. Study them and answer the questions that follow.
The diagram below shows two methods of handling livestock in the farm. Study them and answer the questions that follow. a) Identify the methods of handling labelled L and M. (1 marks) L casting M use of a halter b) Give two occasions when it may be necessary to carry out the practice labelled L […]
- The diagram below shows a silo. Study it carefully and answer the questions that follow
The diagram below shows a silo. Study it carefully and answer the questions that follow a) Identify the type of silo shown on the diagram. (1mark) …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… b) State the use of the part labeled M and N (2marks) M ……………………………………………………………………………………………………. N ……………………………………………………………………………………………………. c) Give […]
- The diagram below illustrates crop diseases, study the diagrams carefully and answer the questions that follow
The diagram below illustrates crop diseases, study the diagrams carefully and answer the questions that follow: Identify the crop disease illustrate in the diagrams. P:_____________________(1mk) Q:________________________(1mk) Diseases P- Bacterial wilt Q- Maize smut Give the causative agent for each of the diseases illustrated above. P_____________________(1mk) Q_____________________ (1mk) Causative agent P – Bacteria ( pseudomonas solanacearum) […]
- The diagram below illustrate a method of irrigation carried out on the farm
(i) Identify the type of irrigation shown above. (1mk)(ii) Name two advantages of the above method. (2mks) Answer (i) Furrow irrigation 1×1 =1mk(ii)Reduce fungal diseases eg blightCheap to establish & maintainRequire little skills. Post Views: 4 Related posts: Outline four indicators of well rotten compost manure List down four types of financial books farmers should […]
- Study the diagram below of crop propagation and answer the following questions
Study the diagram below of crop propagation and answer the following questions a) Identify the propagation method (1mark) …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. b) State two factors that encourage root formation in the above method of propagation (2marks) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. c). Name two crops that can be propagated using the above method […]
- State two precautions to be taken when harvesting cotton.
State two precautions to be taken when harvesting cotton. Should not be harvested when wet Avoid placing harvested cotton in sisal bag Avoid mixing harvested cotton with leaves and twigs Pick weekly for maintenance of quality Virus-free.www.avast.com Post Views: 25 Related posts: Identify THREE main institutions of British Parliament Explain six functions of monarchy in […]
- State two non – chemical methods of controlling storage pests in a maize granary
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- State two factors that influence the supply of casual labour in a farm
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- State two disadvantages of late defoliation in pasture management
State two disadvantages of late defoliation in pasture management Has low dry matter digestibility . Has low leaf ; stem ratio / less leafy Has low crude protein yield Virus-free.www.avast.com Post Views: 5 Related posts: Identify THREE main institutions of British Parliament Explain six functions of monarchy in Britain. Define the following terms as used […]
- State three ways in which crop rotation improves soil fertility.
State three ways in which crop rotation improves soil fertility. Leguminous crops should be included to improve soil fertility Crops of different families should be alternated to discourage excessive soil borne pests and diseases Inclusion of grass ley to maintain a good soil structure Virus-free.www.avast.com Post Views: 8 Related posts: Identify THREE main institutions of […]
- State three ways in which a farmer can adjust to risks and uncertainties
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- State three ways by which plant nutrients may be lost from the soil
Ways through which plant nutrients are lost Leaching Plant uptake Volatilization /burning Virus-free.www.avast.com Post Views: 6 Related posts: Outline four indicators of well rotten compost manure Give four advantages of rotational grazing List four ways through which soil PH influences crop production Give two reasons for carrying out each of the following operations in the […]
- State three properties of soil that are influenced by its texture
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- State three methods of classifying herbicides
State three methods of classifying herbicides Formulation ; Time of application Selectivity Virus-free.www.avast.com Post Views: 1 Related posts: Explain the factors that led to the development of African Nationalism in South African. Outline four functions of magnesium in crops State four objectives of land tenure reform State four ways in which burning of vegetation may […]
- State three importance of cutting back in pyrethrum.
State three importance of cutting back in pyrethrum. To encourage fresh growth To improve yield in the next season To reduce incidences of bud diseases Virus-free.www.avast.com Post Views: 93 Related posts: Reasons for early land preparation. Disadvantages of organic mulches. Give three factors that should be considered when choosing the type of labour to use […]
- State three conditions under which the opportunity cost is zero in a farming enterprise
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- State three advantages of drip irrigation
State three advantages of drip irrigation Economic /efficient use of water /requires a little amount of water Discourages the spread of diseases Less growth of weeds between rows Water under low pressure may be used Does not cause soil erosion Virus-free.www.avast.com Post Views: 7 Related posts: Explain six functions of monarchy in Britain. List four […]
- State six advantages of farm mechanization
Answer Post Views: 24 Related posts: Give four reasons why land should be prepared early in readiness for planting State three ways by which plant nutrients may be lost from the soil State four factors that affect elasticity of demand Describe seven management practices that should be carried out on a vegetable nursery after sowing […]
