Animal Science
What is the primary purpose of livestock?
What are the three main parts of a plant?
What is a renewable resource?
a natural resource that is replenished faster than it is consumed, making it sustainable for long-term use
What is the role of agriculture in the economy?
driving gross domestic product (GDP) and employment by providing food security and raw materials for industrialization
What subject does Mr. Johnson Teach
Agricultural Science
Name two major breeds of cattle.
Angus, Hereford, Charolaus, Maine Anjou, Simmental, Short Horn, Holstein
Name the process by which plants make their food.
Photosynthesis
Give an example of a non-renewable resource.
Coal, Fossil Fuels, Oil, natural gas
Describe how crop rotation benefits soil health.
enhancing soil fertility, improving soil structure, and increasing soil biodiversity through the introduction of diverse plant roots and residues
How many years has Mr. Johnson been teaching
4 Years
What is the role of a veterinarian in animal science?
To care for the animals health and nutrition
What is soil pH, and why is it important for plant growth?
It is the acidity and alkalinity of the soil. It allows plants to grow
What is the significance of biodiversity in natural resources?
supports stable, resilient ecosystems essential for human survival, providing food, medicine, and clean air and water, while also regulating climate, controlling pests, and pollinating crops
What is integrated pest management?
a science-based, common-sense approach to managing pests that combines biological, cultural, physical, and chemical tools to prevent or minimize economic, health, and environmental risks
What college(s) did Mr. Johnson go to?
Hawkeye Community College, Iowa State University, & BVU
Explain the difference between ruminants and non-ruminants.
Ruminants have four compartment stomachs others only have one
Describe the differences between annuals, biennials, and perennials.
It is the life cycle. Yearly, Two Years, every year
Explain the concept of sustainable forestry.
the holistic management of forest ecosystems to balance ecological, economic, and social benefits, ensuring forests can provide resources and services for present and future generations
Explain the term “agricultural commodity.”
An agricultural commodity is a basic raw material or primary product from farming, ranching, or fishing that is bought and sold in bulk on markets
What is Mr. Johnson's Dog Name
Richard
Discuss the importance of animal welfare.
Animal welfare ensures the animals are properly cared for and have the proper environment
How do genetic modifications affect plant science?
Can produce more crops
Discuss the impact of pollution on natural resources.
contaminating air, land, and water, reducing their ability to sustain life and ecosystems
Discuss the role of agriculture in climate change.
releasing potent greenhouse gases—methane, nitrous oxide, and carbon dioxide—from activities like livestock, synthetic fertilizers, and land use changes such as deforestation, which releases stored carbon and reduces the earth's carbon sink capacity
Where did Mr. Johnson travel to this summer?
Florida, Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao