Agricultural Science

Farm accounts and farm records are essential tools in modern agricultural management, helping farmers keep track of their financial activities, production performance, and overall farm operations. Accurate record-keeping provides valuable information for decision-making, planning, budgeting, and assessing the profitability of a farm enterprise. By maintaining proper farm accounts and records, farmers can monitor expenses, income,

Hi, welcome to this blog on the Cultural practices of Maize in agriculture. Table Of Contents WHAT IS MAIZE Meaning: Maize, also known as corn is a member of the grass family. (Gramineae). It is a cereal crop which produces grains that can be used as food by human beings as well as livestock. The

In agriculture, especially at the smallholder or subsistence level, the role of simple farm tools remains essential. These tools, though basic in design, are vital for daily farming operations such as clearing, planting, weeding, and harvesting. Unlike complex machinery, simple farm tools are easy to use, affordable, and require little or no technical knowledge. Understanding

Hi, welcome to this blog on the topic, the Uses of Land in agriculture. Table Of Contents Meaning: Land Can be defined as the uppermost layer of the Earth’s crust on which Agricultural and non-agricultural activities are carried out. in other words, it can also be defined as the solid part of the earth’s surface

Crops are cultivated plants grown primarily for food, raw materials, or other economic purposes, and they play a vital role in agriculture and human survival. The classification of crops is based on various criteria such as their uses, life cycle, botanical characteristics, and growing season. Understanding the classification of crops and their uses is essential

Pasture and forage crops are essential components of livestock farming, as they provide the bulk of feed required for grazing and ruminant animals. These crops include a wide variety of grasses, legumes, and other herbaceous plants that are either grazed directly by animals in the field or harvested, stored, and fed to them later. While

In this hall, we are going to be looking at the following headings: Soil Definition, types of soil, Soil Properties and importance of oil. Table Of Contents At the end of this article, student should be able to: Definition: Soil is defined as the uppermost layer of the earth crust which provides support and nutrients

In this class we are going to be looking at Weeds and botanical names, Definition, effects and importance of weeds In Agriculture. WHAT IS WEED Definition: Weeds can be defined as any plant that grows in a place where it is not expected to grow or a plant which grows out of place. Weeds can

Title: Weed Control Methods in agriculture Introduction “Discover effective weed control methods in agriculture, including mechanical, cultural, chemical, biological, and integrated approaches to boost crop yield and sustainability.” Weeds are one of the most persistent challenges in agriculture, competing with crops for nutrients, water, sunlight, and space. Effective weed management is essential for improving crop

Farming practices are closely linked to the environment in which they are carried out, and the choice of farming method often depends on ecological conditions such as climate, soil type, water availability, and vegetation. The relationship between farming and the environment gives rise to different types of farming based on ecological systems, each with distinct

Hi, welcome to this blog on the effects of agricultural activities on ecological system. Table Of Contents Effects of Agricultural Activities The following agricultural or farming practices carried out by farmers have some effect or consequences on the ecology system. This agricultural practices and their effect include the following: 1. BUSH BURNING: Bush burning involves