Pasture and forage crops - SS2 Agriculture Past Questions and Answers - page 1
What is a pasture?
A type of cereal crop
Land covered with grass for animal grazing
A method of irrigation
A type of tree commonly found in Nigeria
Which of the following is not a common grass species in Nigerian pastures?
Elephant Grass
Buffel Grass
Napier Grass
Clover
What is the primary purpose of forage crops?
Human consumption
Providing habitat for wildlife
Feeding livestock
Soil erosion prevention
Which legume species is known for nitrogen fixation in pastures?
Lablab
Stylo
Centro
Napier Grass
Which grass species is valued for its drought tolerance in Nigeria?
Elephant Grass
Buffel Grass
Napier Grass
Bermuda Grass
What is the primary characteristic of Napier Grass?
Fine leaves
High biomass production
Blue flowers
Short stature
Which legume species is known for improving soil fertility?
Lablab
Stylo
Centrosema
Bahia Grass
Which grass species is often used in cut-and-carry feeding systems?
Elephant Grass
Buffel Grass
Napier Grass
Kentucky Bluegrass
What is the main purpose of buffel grass in Nigerian pastures?
Nitrogen fixation
Soil erosion control
Drought tolerance
Shade for livestock
Which legume species has trifoliate leaves and purple or blue flowers?
Lablab
Stylo
Centrosema
Bahia Grass