(a) Give three reasons for keeping goats. (b) (i) Define the term oetrus as used in farm animals. (ii) State three signs of heat is a sow (c) Complete the t...
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(a) Give three reasons for keeping goats.
(b) (i) Define the term oetrus as used in farm animals. (ii) State three signs of heat is a sow
(c) Complete the table below.
| FARM ANIMAL | ADULT FEMALE | PARTURITION | YOUNG ONE |
| I | Cow | II | III |
| Goat | IV | V | VI |
| VII | XI | Lambing | IX |
| X | XI | XII | Piglet |
Answer Details
(a) Three reasons for keeping goats
- For the production of meat (chevon), which is a valuable source of animal protein.
- For the production of milk, especially from dairy breeds such as the West African Dwarf and Saanen.
- For the production of skin and hair, and for the sale of animals to earn income.
(b) i. Definition of oestrus
Oestrus (heat) is the period during the reproductive cycle when a female farm animal is sexually receptive and willing to accept the male for mating, and during which ovulation normally occurs.
(b) ii. Three signs of heat in a sow
- Swelling and reddening of the vulva.
- Restlessness with frequent mounting of, or standing to be mounted by, other pigs.
- A mucous discharge from the vulva and the standing (immobility) reflex when pressure is applied to the back.
(c) Completed table
| Farm animal | Adult female | Parturition | Young one |
|---|---|---|---|
| I. Cattle | Cow | II. Calving | III. Calf |
| Goat | IV. Doe (Nanny) | V. Kidding | VI. Kid |
| VII. Sheep | VIII. Ewe | Lambing | IX. Lamb |
| X. Pig | XI. Sow | XII. Farrowing | Piglet |
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