Animals & Livestock
What livestock animal is known for producing milk, beef, and leather?
Cattle
What part of the plant absorbs most water and nutrients from the soil?
Roots
What state produces the most agricultural products in the United States?
California
What animal provides wool commonly used in clothing?
Sheep
What livestock animal cannot sweat effectively?
Pigs
What is a female sheep called?
Ewe
What is the main purpose of plant roots besides anchoring the plant?
Absorbing Water & Nutrients
Name one of California's top 5 agricultural commodities?
Milk, Almonds, Grapes, Cattle, & Lettuce
False - Agriculture also provides fiber, clothing materials, fuel, cosmetics, medicines, and many other products
What percentage of Earth's surface is covered by agriculture?
38%
What is the purpose of ear tags in livestock?
Identification and record keeping
What is a legume?
A plant in the pea/bean family
Why is California able to grow such a wide variety of crops?
Its diverse climates, soils, geography, and irrigation systems
What plant oil is commonly found in soaps, shampoos, and cosmetics?
Coconut oil or palm oil
What percentage of American adults still believe that chocolate milk comes from brown cows?
7%
Name one ruminant and monogastric animal?
Ruminant - Cattle, Sheep, Goats, Deer, Elk, Giraffes & Bison
Monogastric - Pigs, Horses, Poultry, Rabbits, Dogs, & Cats
What gas do plants take in during photosynthesis?
Carbon Dioxide
What percentage of the nation's fruits and vegetables does California produce?
About 1/3
What farm product helps make tires?
Natural Rubber
True or False: A chicken can remember more than 100 different faces
True
What is colostrum?
The first milk produced by a mother after giving birth
What "nut" is actually a seed?
Almond
What is California's top-producing agricultural region?
Central Valley
What crop is used to make many breakfast cereals?
Corn
What is the purpose of the Strengthening Agriculture Committee?
To help strengthen agriculture through education, advocacy, and member involvement