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Agriculture Form One: Key Concepts

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This deck covers essential topics in agriculture, including land use, soil management, plant nutrition, livestock, and agricultural practices. It provides a comprehensive overview for students beginning their study of agriculture.

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What is forestry?

Forestry is the science and practice of growing, managing, and conserving large plantations of trees for timber, fuel, wildlife habitat, water quality management, recreation, and erosion control.

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Definition
What is forestry?
Forestry is the science and practice of growing, managing, and conserving large plantations of trees for timber, fuel, wildlife habitat, water quality...
What percentage of land in Zimbabwe is occupied by national parks and wildlife management areas?
12.5% of land in Zimbabwe is occupied by national parks, safari, and sanctuaries.
Name three forms of land tenure in Zimbabwe.
Freehold, Leasehold, and Communal.
What is the mainstay of agriculture in Zimbabwe?
Crop and livestock production.
What are the effects of too much rainfall on agriculture?
Too much rainfall can cause leaching of nutrients, soil erosion, swampy areas leading to foot rot in animals, and growth of internal parasites.
Define wilting in plants.
Wilting is the loss of freshness or weakening of the plant due to water loss through evapotranspiration.

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Agriculture Form One: Key Concepts
TermDefinition
What is forestry?
Forestry is the science and practice of growing, managing, and conserving large plantations of trees for timber, fuel, wildlife habitat, water quality management, recreation, and erosion control.
What percentage of land in Zimbabwe is occupied by national parks and wildlife management areas?
12.5% of land in Zimbabwe is occupied by national parks, safari, and sanctuaries.
Name three forms of land tenure in Zimbabwe.
Freehold, Leasehold, and Communal.
What is the mainstay of agriculture in Zimbabwe?
Crop and livestock production.
What are the effects of too much rainfall on agriculture?
Too much rainfall can cause leaching of nutrients, soil erosion, swampy areas leading to foot rot in animals, and growth of internal parasites.
Define wilting in plants.
Wilting is the loss of freshness or weakening of the plant due to water loss through evapotranspiration.
What is the economic importance of forests?
Forests provide food, paper, medicinal purposes, employment, wood, and foreign currency through tourism and timber exports.
What are the three types of rocks involved in soil formation?
Igneous, Sedimentary, and Metamorphic rocks.
What is soil texture?
Soil texture is the relative proportion or feel of soil components, determining the coarseness or fineness of soil particles.
List three major plant nutrients.
Nitrogen, Phosphorus, and Potassium.
What is soil erosion?
Soil erosion is the washing away of topsoil by natural, animal, or human action.
Name one biological method to prevent soil erosion.
Planting grass like vetiver to hold soil particles together.
What is water conservation?
Water conservation is the wise use of water resources to ensure availability for plants, animals, people, and industrial purposes.
Differentiate between ruminants and non-ruminants.
Ruminants have a stomach divided into four parts and chew cud, while non-ruminants have a single stomach.
What is the importance of livestock in agriculture?
Livestock provides income, employment, transportation, food, raw materials, and ecological balance.
What are the housing requirements for broilers?
A good poultry house must protect from weather, allow ventilation, keep predators out, provide space, and be easy to clean.
What is a brooder?
A brooder is a heated enclosure for chicks from day old to 4 weeks to provide warmth and protection.
What is the function of a leaf in a plant?
Leaves produce plant food, allow transpiration, and facilitate gaseous exchange.
Define horticulture.
Horticulture is the science of growing, processing, and marketing fruits, vegetables, flowers, hedges, and ornamental plants.
What are the benefits of horticulture?
Horticulture improves food security, nutrition, creates employment, adds beauty, provides income, and brings foreign currency.
What are pests?
Pests are organisms that damage crops or animals, affecting yield and quality.
Name a fungal disease affecting crops.
Damping off, which affects germinating seeds and seedlings.
What is a weed?
A weed is a plant that grows where it is not needed.
Why are farm records important?
Farm records help measure production, plan activities, obtain loans, and assess farm productivity.
What is an agricultural cooperative?
An agricultural cooperative is a group of people pooling resources to grow food and earn money.
What is the purpose of fencing in agriculture?
Fencing keeps animals in, protects crops, demarcates boundaries, facilitates grazing, and protects installations.
What is a harness used for in agriculture?
A harness is used to attach animals to a cart or plough for pulling.
What are the three life cycle classifications of plants?
Annuals, Biennials, and Perennials.
What is the function of the stem in a plant?
The stem transports water and nutrients, supports the plant, and spreads branches and leaves.
What is the main difference between maize and bean plants?
Maize has a single stalk and separate male and female flowers, while beans have a branching stem and combined flowers.