Livestock Terminology
What is a gilt?
An immature female swine
Which breed of dairy cattle is known for producing the most milk?
Holstein
What is animal husbandry?
The care and management of animals
Which of the following is the top layer of soil composed mostly of organic material?
O Horizon
Who wrote the FFA Creed?
E.M. Tiffany
What is a wether?
A castrated male sheep or goat
The Duroc pig is known for:
Red color and fast growth
Which statement best defines animal rights?
Animals should have the same rights as humans
What is another name for the A Horizon?
Topsoil
Daily Double
Choose One Person From Your Group To Complete The Challenge
Which term refers to a young female horse?
Filly
Which beef breed is originally from Scotland and is known for being solid black and polled?
Angus
Animal welfare is focused on:
Treating animals ethically and humanely
Which horizon contains the parent material of soil?
C Horizon
What is the 3 Circle Ag Ed Model Consist of?
Classroom Instruction, FFA, SAE
What is the term for a young chicken?
Chick
Which beef breed is known for being red and white and originally from England?
Hereford
How are animal husbandry, rights, and welfare related?
Animal husbandry is part of animal welfare and rights
The R Horizon is best described as:
Made of compact, solid rock
What year was the FFA founded?
1928
A stallion is:
An intact male horse of breeding age
What swine breed is white with large droopy ears and known for large litters?
Landrace
Why is understanding livestock terminology important for consumers?
It helps them make informed food choices
Which of the following materials would represent the B Horizon in the Edible Soil Lab?
Vanilla pudding
How times does "I believe" appear in the FFA creed?
The words "I believe" appear a total of six times in the FFA Creed. Each of the five paragraphs begins with "I believe", with the fourth paragraph having the phrase twice.