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2 marksAnimal Nutrition and Management

CSEC Agricultural Science · May/June 2016 · Paper 2 · Question 9(c)(i)

Figure 4 shows a rotational grazing layout with four paddocks/pastures (A, B, C, D) connected to shade and water.

Explain the principle of rotational grazing.

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  1. 9(a)(i)Identify ONE legume used to feed cattle.[1 mark]
  2. 9(a)(ii)State TWO characteristics of legumes.[2 marks]
  3. 9(b)(i)Suggest ONE benefit of feeding cattle with grass and ONE benefit of feeding with legume.[2 marks]
  4. 9(b)(ii)Suggest ONE negative effect of feeding excess legumes to cattle.[1 mark]
  5. 9(c)(ii)Suggest THREE advantages of using rotational grazing.[3 marks]
  6. 9(c)(iii)Suggest ONE challenge that farmers may experience with a rotational grazing system.[1 mark]

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