(a) Explain briefly the term farm valuation. (b) Prepare a Profit and Loss Account for a farm from the following information:
maize seeds for planting - N25,000.00
fertilizers used - N14,800.00
pesticides - N20,000.00
purchase of seed yams - N50,000.00
tractor hire - N60,000.00
transport cost - N10,000.00
workers' wages - N40,000.00
sale of maize cobs - N250,000.00
yam tubers sold - N200,000.00
opening valuation - N440,000.00
closing valuation - N200,000.00
(a) Explain the term extension in agriculture. (b) State eight functions of an extension agent. (c) List six problems of agricultural extension in your country
Make a careful observation of specimens A ( Sandy Soil), B (Clay), C ( Loam), and use your observations to answer questions (a) - (d)
(a) State three characteristics of each of specimens A. B and C
(b) Which of the specimens is the most suitable for crop production? Give two reasons for your answer.
(c) List four arable crops that can thrive Well on specimen C.
(d) State one way of improving specimen B.
(a) State two functions each of specimens D (Hoe), E (Rake), F (Pliers), G (Axe), and H (Hand Trowel)
(b) State one method of maintaining each of specimens D, É, F, G, and H
(a) ldentify specimens I and J.
Specimen I; Specimen J;
(b) To what group of forage does each belong?
(c) State four uses of specimen I and three uses of specimen J in agriculture.
(d) Mention four advantages of growing specimens I and J together.