Animal Husbandry Questions and Answers
Animal Husbandry questions structured to assess candidates’ basic knowledge and skills in the production, processing, storage, packaging and marketing of farm animals and their products.
Animal Husbandry questions structured to assess candidates’ basic knowledge and skills in the production, processing, storage, packaging and marketing of farm animals and their products.
The process of obtaining wool from a live sheep is known as______
Flaying
Shearing
Treading
Tupping
Correct answer is B
No explanation has been provided for this answer.
A partially fermented preserved forage is referred to as__________
Compost
Silage
Soilage
Straw
Correct answer is B
No explanation has been provided for this answer.
Which of the following agents usually sells animal products in large quantity?
Consumer
Producer
Retailer
Wholesaler
Correct answer is D
A wholesaler is a person or company that sells goods in large quantities at low prices, typically to retailers.
In rabbit production, nesting is a sign that the animal is approaching
Conception
Ill-health
Ovulation
Parturition
Correct answer is D
Nesting behaviour refers to an instinct or urge in pregnant animals to prepare a home for the upcoming newborn(s). Parturition is the act of giving birth. A pregnant rabbit will typically line her nest with fur, and she will become protective of her nest.
Malnutrition in animals could result in
Anthrax
Brucellosis
Erysipelas
Ketosis
Correct answer is D
Ketosis is a metabolic disorder that occurs in cattle when energy demands (e.g. high milk production) exceed energy intake and result in a negative energy balance.