Animal Science
Name one use of animals other than food.
Service, companionship, or homeland security
What is agriscience?
The application of science to produce food, clothing, and shelter.
What does FFA stand for?
Future Farmers of America
What part of the plant is considered the reproductive part?
The flower.
Name one method of food preservation.
Canning, freezing, pasteurization
What breed of dairy cow produces the most milk?
Holstein
Corn, wheat, and soybeans are examples of what kind of crops?
Agronomic crops
What are the FFA official colors?
National Blue and Corn Gold
What gas do plants take in during photosynthesis?
Carbon dioxide
What are the 4 P's of marketing?
Product, Place, Price, Promotion
Why is it important to have clean water and feed for livestock?
To maintain their health
Which branch focuses on fruits, flowers, and ornamental plants?
Horticulture
What does CDE stand for?
Career Development Event
What is the main goal of Florida-Friendly Landscaping?
To protect natural resources and conserve water
The amount of product that is available at a specific time and price is referred to as?
Supply
Why is selective breeding important in animal science?
To improve desired traits like milk production, disease resistance, or growth rate.
Agriscience applies science to which parts of agriculture?
Plants, animals, soil, and food production
What is an example of CDEs FFA members can compete in?
Livestock Judging, Horse Judging, Aquaculture, OH Demos, Dairy Eval, OCC...etc.
What is mulch used for in landscaping?
To retain moisture, reduce weeds, and protect roots
Your steer currently weighs 525 pounds. To meet the target market weight of 700 pounds in time for the fair, you have 14 days left. How many pounds per day must your steer gain to reach the target weight on time?
12.5lbs per day
What cattle breed is known for having a hump on their back?
Brahman
Best Management Practices (BMP's) serve to?
Guide farmers in protecting the environment
What are all the pieces of male OR female official dress?
black slacks, black dress shoes, black socks, white collared shirt, FFA jacket, FFA tie OR nylons, knee length skirt, matte black heels or flats, white collared shirt, FFA jacket, FFA scarf
What are two ways Florida-Friendly Landscaping helps the environment?
Reduces water use and prevents pollution/runoff
What is the first step in the scientific method?
Identify the problem