JSS2 Agricultural science Lesson Notes
FIRST TERM
1. Overview of Agricultural Science2. Importance of Agriculture3. Branches of Agriculture4. Types of Agriculture5. Global Perspectives on Agriculture6. Technological Advancements in Agriculture7. Current Issues and Future Trends in Agriculture8. Introduction to Soil Science9. Properties of Soil10. Soil Formation11. Soil Classification12. Importance of Soil Conservation13. Soil Erosion Control Methods14. Soil Conservation Structures15. Soil Management Practices16. Types of Crops17. Crop Husbandry Practices18. Land Preparation19. Seed Selection and Sowing20. Water Management21. Weed Control22. Crop Rotation and Crop Yield23. Factors Influencing Crop Yield24. Harvesting and Post-Harvest Practices25. Introduction to Livestock Production26. Types of Livestock27. Characteristics and Uses of Different Livestock Species28. Breeds of Livestock29. Selection Criteria for Breeding Livestock30. Livestock Management Practices31. Record Keeping in Livestock Farming32. Ethical and Welfare Considerations in Livestock Farming33. Introduction to Agricultural Machines34. Types of Agricultural Machines35. Irrigation and Drainage Machines36. Importance of Agricultural Tools37. Types of Agricultural Tools38. Maintenance of Agricultural Machines39. Technological Advancements in Agricultural Machinery
SECOND TERM
1. Introduction to Planting Methods2. Direct Seeding3. Transplanting4. Broadcasting5. Fertilisers and Fertilisation6. Nutrient Management7. Pest and Disease Control in Crops8. Preventive Measures9. Animal Nutrition10. Digestive System of Livestock11. Feeding Practices12. Livestock Diseases and Control Measures13. Reproduction in Livestock14. Breeds of Livestock15. Livestock Management Practices16. Agricultural Extension Overview17. Importance of Agricultural Extension18. Objectives of Agricultural Extension19. Extension Methods20. Role of Extension Workers21. Challenges and Solutions in Agricultural Extension22. Community Engagement and Participation23. Introduction to Fisheries and Aquaculture24. Types of Fish Farming25. Fish Pond Management26. Fish Health Management27. Harvesting and Handling28. Fish Processing29. Sustainability in Fisheries30. Introduction to Agroforestry31. Importance of Agroforestry32. Agroforestry Systems33. Agro-processing Techniques and Value Addition34. Entrepreneurship and Market Strategies35. Quality Control and Standards Compliance36. Environmental and Social Impacts
THIRD TERM
1. Definition and Scope of Agricultural Economics2. Basic Economic Concepts in Agriculture3. Economic Principles in Agriculture4. Farm Records and Accounting5. Marketing of Agricultural Products6. Marketing Strategies for Farmers7. Government Policies in Agricultural Economics8. Global Trade in Agricultural Products9. Introduction to Agricultural Policies10. Types of Agricultural Policies11. Impact of Agricultural Policies12. Agricultural Development Programs13. Technology Transfer and Capacity Building14. Sustainable Agricultural Development15. Introduction to Environmental Issues16. Soil Erosion17. Deforestation18. Understanding Climate Change19. Impact of Climate Change on Agriculture20. Adaptation and Mitigation Strategies21. Government Policies and International Agreements