Agriculture Careers and Jobs
Chongyun manages a warehouse for harvested potatoes from a nearby farm. What job does he have?
a. Feed mill managers
b. Farm warehouse managers
c. Agriculture specialists
d. Purchasing agents
b. Farm warehouse managers
Which of the following is an example of agricultural equipment?
a. Tractor
b. Sickle
c. Fliers
d. Shovel
a. Tractor
Zinetsu uses a chemical mixture to kill the bugs and worms that are damaging her crops. What do we call that chemical she used?
a. Agricultural chemicals
b. Disinfection chemicals
c. Pesticides chemicals
d. Herbicides chemicals
c. Pesticides chemicals
What breed of goat is known for its good milk production and is commonly raised in the country?
a. Boer
b. Anglo-Nubian
c. Alpine
d. Plymouth Rock
c. Alpine
In basket composting, which of the following materials is NOT recommended for use?
a. Vegetable scraps
b. Plastic bags
c. Fallen leaves
d. Fruit peels
b. Plastic bags
Nezuko is a farm-based scientist who studied how to make new food products from vegetables. What job does she have?
a. Sales representatives
b. Crop managers
c. Environmental engineers
d. Research scientists
d. Research scientists
What tool is typically used in harvesting rice manually in most rural part in our country?
a. Plow
b. Shovel
c. Sickle
d. Bolo
c. Sickle
Inosuke has been growing onions for 2 years already to produce seeds. What kind of crop does he have based on its life cycle?
a. Annual
b. Biennial
c. Perennial
d. Centennial
b. Biennial
Which breed of cattle is raised for its high production of dairy products?
a. Brahman
b. Freisian
c. Black Angus
d. Philippine native cattle
b. Freisian
Which tool is commonly used to safely trim an animal’s hooves?
a. Feeder
b. Hoof knife
c. Water trough
d. Incubator
b. Hoof knife
Tanjiro buys farm products in bulk and sells it to smaller retailers. What job does he have?
a. Sales Representative
c. Agriculture specialists
b. Farm warehouse managers
d. Purchasing agents
d. Purchasing agents
Which of the following is considered a physical hazard in farm operations?
a. Dust and fumes
b. Sharp tools and machinery
c. Harmful insects
d. Fertilizer spills
b. Sharp tools and machinery
What is the purpose of basket composting in a home or farm setting?
a. To increase the amount of non-biodegradable waste
b. To reduce soil moisture
c. To create nutrient-rich compost for plants
d. To grow crops in a controlled space
c. To create nutrient-rich compost for plants
Which of the following is a common breed of cattle raised for meat production?
a. Shorthorn
b. Native cow
c. Broiler
d. Kabir
d. Kabir
What equipment is essential for controlling the temperature and humidity levels for egg hatching in poultry?
a. Cage
b. Feeder
c. Incubator
d. Water trough
c. Incubator
Which of the following is a business opportunity related to agriculture that can contribute to food security?
a. Fashion design
b. Organic farming
c. Graphic design
d. Tourism management
b. Organic farming
Which of the following safety measures is essential when handling pesticides on the farm?
a. Wear a face mask and gloves
b. Apply pesticides without protective equipment
c. Use pesticides during harvest time
d. Dispose of pesticides in rivers
a. Wear a face mask and gloves
Which agricultural practice involves covering the soil with organic materials to help retain moisture?
a. Watering
b. Harvesting
c. Mulching
d. Pruning
c. Mulching
Kanao is planning to have a Balut business and needs ducks that can lay at least 300 eggs a year. What breed should she raise?
a. Native or Pateros duck
b. Muscovy duck
c. Peking duck
d. Khaki Campbell
d. Khaki Campbell
In a poultry farm, which material is often used as bedding for chickens to maintain cleanliness?
a. Feathers
b. Sand
C. Sawdust
D. Pebbles
C. Sawdust
2. A small farming business that grows organic vegetables and supplies them to local supermarkets. What is the advantage of this agricultural business model?
a. It increases the cost of vegetables.
b. It provides fresh produce to the community.
c. It reduces access to local markets.
d. It harms soil quality.
b. It provides fresh produce to the community.
When working with livestock, what risk should farm workers be aware of?
a. Accidental injuries from animal movements
b. Overwatering crops
c. Crop spoilage
d. Reduced soil fertility
a. Accidental injuries from animal movements
When creating foliar fertilizer through fermentation, what is the first step?
a. Mix soil with water
b. Let organic materials break down for several days
c. Apply directly to the leaves without any preparation
d. Water plants with tap water
c. Apply directly to the leaves without any preparation
The Philippine native pig is well adapted to local conditions. Which of the following is a common characteristic of this breed?
a. Low resilience to diseases
b. It has small to medium sizes
c. Originated from the U.S.
d. Typically white in color
a. Low resilience to diseases
Which feature is essential in poultry housing to ensure proper ventilation?
a. Large water troughs
b. Small, closed spaces
c. Open windows or wire mesh walls
D. Dim lighting
c. Open windows or wire mesh walls