Animal Science
How many compartments does a cow's stomach have?
4
Which term describes the process of selecting animals with desirable traits for breeding?v
Selective breeding
Which of the following is a renewable energy source used in agriculture?
Wind
In horticulture, which of the following is considered a pest?
Dandelions Aphids and Ants
What is the name for the process of aging meat to imrove its tenderness?
Dry aging
What is the process of a cow giving birth called?
calving
In farm business, what is "cash flow"?
The money available for day-to-day expenses
What does PTO stand for in machinery operation?
Power Take-Off
What is the main function of flowers in plants?
Producing seeds
What is the common spoilage indicator in meat?
Green discoloration
What is a baby goat called?
Kid
What is the main purpose of an agricultural business plan?
To provide a roadmap for farm operations
What is the purpose of a planter in crop production?
To sow seeds evenly
what is a common method for preventing soil erosion?
Planting cover crops
Food that cannot be stored for long periods of time or spoil quickly are considered
Perishable
Which term describes the period when an animal is pregnant?
Gestation
What is "vertical integration" in agriculture?
Combining multiple steps of production under one company
What type of wrench is adjustable?
Adjustable crescent wrench
What is the plant that completes its life cycle in one growing season?
annual
What is the most common grade of milk produced in the USA?
Grade A
How many days is the average gestation period of a pig?
114 days
What is the term for selling farm products directly to consumers?
Direct marketing
Which soil is MOST likely to have problems from fertilizers and pesticides leaching into the groundwater
Sandy surface and sandy subsurface.
Field corn represents what plant life cycle
annual
What does USDA stand for?
United States Department of Agriculture