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Agricultural Science

Agricultural Science SS 2

Discover the Science Behind the Food on Your Plate! Agriculture isn't just about digging in the dirt—it’s a high-tech science that feeds the world, protects

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Course Curriculum

15 chapters · 88 lessons

  • INTRODUCTION Preview
  • Mineral Requirements of Plants Preview
  • Functions and Deficiency Symptoms of Plant Nutrients Preview
  • The Factors Influencing Nutrient Availability in the Soil
  • Methods of Replenishing Lost Nutrients
  • Nutrient Cycle
  • Summary and Evaluation

  • INTRODUCTION
  • Meaning of Irrigation
  • Types of Irrigation Systems
  • Problems Associated with Irrigation System
  • Meaning of Drainage
  • Types of Drainage
  • Summary and Evaluation

  • INTRODUCTION
  • Meaning of Agricultural Pollution
  • Pollutants of Agricultural Lands/Ponds
  • Effects of Agricultural Pollution
  • Ways of Minimizing Agricultural Pollution
  • Summary and Evaluation

  • INTRODUCTION
  • Meaning of Farm Surveying
  • Common Surveying Equipment and their Uses
  • General Maintenance of Surveying Instruments
  • Meaning of Farming Planning
  • Factors Influencing the Sitting of Farms or Farm Stead
  • Reasons for Planning Farmstead
  • Principles of Farmstead Layout
  • Calculations of Area of Farmland and Plant Population
  • Summary and Evaluation

  • INTRODUCTION
  • Meaning of Agro-Forestry
  • FOREST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES
  • Tree Species Suitable for Agro-Forestry Practices
  • Summary and Evaluation

  • INTRODUCTION
  • Meaning of Floriculture
  • Benefits of Ornamental Plants
  • Types of Ornamental Species of Trees, Shrubs and Flowers
  • Cultivation of Ornamental Plants
  • Summary and Evaluation

  • INTRODUCTION
  • Meaning of Crop Disease
  • Disease Causing Organisms
  • Selected Diseases of Crops
  • Summary and Evaluation

  • INTODUCTION
  • Meaning of Crop Pest
  • Classes of Insects
  • Control of Crop Pests
  • Summary and Evaluation

  • INTRODUCTION
  • Meaning of Weeds
  • Common Weeds Found in Our Farms
  • Effects of Weed
  • Benefits of Weeds to Farmers
  • Methods of Controlling Weeds
  • Summary and Evaluation

  • INTRODUCTION
  • Meaning of Animal Nutrition
  • Classification of Feeds
  • Food Nutrients of Livestock
  • Ration Types and Uses
  • Causes and Symptoms of Malnutrition
  • Summary and Evaluation

  • INTRODUCTION
  • Meaning and Importance of Rangeland
  • Characteristics of Rangeland
  • Methods of Rangeland and Pasture Improvement
  • Summary and Evaluation

  • INTRODUCTION
  • Basic Economic Concepts
  • Principles and Law of Demand
  • Demand Curve
  • Factors Affecting Demand
  • Elasticity of Demand
  • SUPPLY
  • Supply Curve
  • Factors Affecting Supply
  • Law of Diminishing Return
  • Definition of Terms
  • Summary and Evaluation

  • INTRODUCTION
  • Meaning and Functions of Farm Manager
  • Problems of Farm Manager
  • Summary and Evaluation

  • Read each question carefully and choose the correct option from letter A – D

  • Answers to MCQ

About This Course

Discover the Science Behind the Food on Your Plate!

Agriculture isn't just about digging in the dirt—it’s a high-tech science that feeds the world, protects the environment, and drives the economy. Primacy Agricultural Science is a vibrant, easy-to-follow ebook designed specifically for secondary school students to master the essentials of Agricultural Science.

Whether you're preparing for exams or you’re curious about how a single seed becomes a massive harvest, this guide turns complex biological processes into exciting, real-world knowledge.

 

What’s Inside the Ebook?

ü   The Building Blocks: Understanding different soil types, fertility, and how to prepare the perfect land for planting.

ü   Crop Science: From cereals to legumes, learn the life cycles of crops and the secrets to protecting them from pests and diseases.

ü   Animal Husbandry: Explore the world of livestock! Learn how to care for cattle, poultry, and fish using modern, ethical farming techniques.

ü   The Tech Revolution: Discover how tractors, irrigation systems, and even drones are changing the way we farm.

ü   Agri-Business: Learn how to turn a harvest into a business. Discover the basics of marketing, farm records, and agricultural economics.

 

Why This Ebook is a Must-Have:

*          Exam-Focused: Perfectly aligned with the secondary school curriculum, including clear definitions and key concepts.

*          Visual Learning: Packed with diagrams of plant structures, animal anatomy, and farm tools to make studying easier.

*          Sustainable Thinking: Learn about "Green Farming" and how agriculture can help fight climate change.

*          Quick Revision: Features "Smart Summaries" and "Practice Questions" at the end of every chapter to help you ace your tests.

"Agriculture is the most healthful, most useful, and most noble employment of man." — George Washington. Start your journey today!

 

Perfect For:

ü   Students: A comprehensive study companion for Junior and Senior Secondary levels.

ü   Teachers: A ready-to-use digital resource for classroom presentations and assignments.

ü   Young Entrepreneurs: For anyone interested in the profitable world of modern farming.

 

Grow Your Knowledge. Feed the Future.

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