Neco 2024 Animal Husbandry Practical Answers

(1a)
(PICK ANY THREE)
(i) Inspect egg shells for cracks or flaws
(ii) Clean and disinfect egg shells
(iii) Store eggs at proper temperature (13-15°C) and humidity (70-80%)
(iv) Turn eggs regularly to prevent adhesion to the shell
(v) Set eggs in incubator at appropriate angle and orientation
(vi) Check incubator temperature and humidity regularly

(1b)
(PICK ANY THREE)
(i) Source of protein, energy, and essential nutrients
(ii) Ingredients in various culinary preparations
(iii) Production of vaccines and pharmaceuticals
(iv) Use in cosmetic and personal care products
(v) Educational tool in science and research
(vi) Income-generating agricultural product

(1c)
Egg cartons or trays made from cardboard, recycled paper, or plastic

(1d)
(PICK ANY TWO)
(i) Manual milking (by hand)
(ii) Mechanical milking using milking machines
(iii) Suckling by young animals
(iv) Milking devices using suction cups or vacuum
(v) Automated milking systems
(vi) Collection from stored milk in udder

(1e)
(PICK ANY THREE)
(i) Clean and disinfect milking equipment and animal’s udder
(ii) Wash hands thoroughly before milking
(iii) Avoid excessive pulling or tugging on teats
(iv) Regularly test animals for mastitis or other infections
(v) Keep milking area clean and free from contaminants
(vi) Store milk in a cool and sanitized environment

(1f)
(PICK ANY TWO)
(i) Butter
(ii) Cheese
(iii) Yogurt
(iv) Cream
(v) Ice cream
(vi) Powdered milk

(1g)
(PICK ANY TWO)
(i) Communication within the herd
(ii) Protection against flies and other insects
(iii) Balancing and steering during locomotion
(iv) Expression of emotions and social status
(v) Dispersing manure and urine
(vi) Cleaning the environment, eg, swishing away flies

(1h)
(PICK ANY TWO)
(i) Surgical removal
(ii) Rubber ring placement
(iii) Heat cauterization
(iv) Liquid nitrogen application
(v) Hot iron branding
(vi) Chemical cauterization

(1i)
(PICK ANY TWO)
(i) To prevent injury or damage to the tail
(ii) To improve hygiene and reduce manure contamination=========================================

 

NUMBER TWO

(2a)
Pennisetum purpureum

(2b)
D – Forage
F – Concentrate

(2c)
Stem cuttings

(2d)
(PICK ANY FOUR)
(i) Tall, erect plant
(ii) Stems are juicy and succulent
(iii) Leaves are long, broad, and pointed
(iv) Deep root system
(v) Leaf sheaths are tubular and overlap each other
(vi) Inflorescence is a large, cylindrical spike

(2e)
(PICK ANY ONE)
(i) Lowers pH and inhibits harmful bacteria
(ii) Prevents butyric acid fermentation and bad odors
(iii) Enhances the fermentation process
(iv) Improves the stability and preservation of the silage
(v) Prevents spoilage and mold growth
(vi) Increases the nutritional value by making nutrients more bioavailable

(2f)
(PICK ANY TWO)
(i) Wooden trough
(ii) Metal trough
(iii) Plastic trough
(iv) Rubber trough
(v) Concrete trough
(vi) Ceramic trough

 

(2h)
(PICK ANY TWO)
(i) Provides a convenient and safe way to deliver feed
(ii) Allows for easy monitoring of feed intake
(iii) Reduces feed waste and contamination
(iv) Can be used for individual or group feeding
(v) Easy to clean and maintain
(vi) Can be customized to specific animal requirements

(2i)
Protein

(2j)
(PICK ANY FOUR)
(i) Building and Repairing Tissues
(ii) Enzyme Production m
(iii) Hormone Production
(iv) Maintaining Fluid Balance
(v) Supporting Immune Function
(vi) Energy Source

 

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(3a)
[In a Tabular form]

-External features of G-
(PICK ANY TWO)
(i) Flattened, leaf-like body
(ii) Small, oval, and reddish-brown
(iii) Length of 2-3 cm
(iv) Pointed anterior end
(v) Smooth body surface
(vi) Oral sucker present

-External features of H-
(PICK ANY TWO)
(i) Long, segmented body
(ii) Pinkish or yellowish-white
(iii) Length can vary from a few centimeters to several meters
(iv) Head (scolex) with hooks or suckers for attachment
(v) Body consists of segments (proglottids)
(vi) Segments detach and contain eggs

(3b)
-G-
(i) Sheep
(ii) Snails

-H-
(i) dogs
(i) pigs

(3c)
(PICK ANY THREE)
(i) Liver damage leading to cirrhosis and fibrosis
(ii) Reduced feed intake and weight gain
(iii) Anemia and weakness
(iv) Jaundice
(v) Death in severe cases
(vi) Economic losses

(3d)
(PICK ANY THREE)
(i) Control snail populations
(ii) Avoid grazing animals on wet or marshy pastures
(iii) Use anthelmintics to treat infected animals
(iv) Isolate infected animals from healthy ones
(v) Practice rotational grazing
(vi) Provide clean water sources

(3e)
(PICK ANY FOUR)
(i) Weight loss
(ii) Diarrhea
(iii) Anemia
(iv) Rough coat
(v) Abdominal pain
(vi) Reduced appetite

(3f)
(PICK ANY TWO)
(i) Small intestine
(ii) Muscles
(iii) Liver
(iv) Nervous system
(v) Eye
(vi) Tongue