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Ansc 332:Feeds And Feeding Question Paper

Ansc 332:Feeds And Feeding

Course:Bachelor Of Science In Animal Production

Institution: Chuka University question papers

Exam Year:2011

INSTRUCTIONS:
Answer all questions.
1. Define the following [10 marks]
(a) Feedstuff (b) Oilseed cakes (c) Roughage (d) Nutrient (e) Concentrate (f) Metabolizable energy (g) Hay (h) NPN (i) Proximate analysis (j) Glycoprotein
2. Improved production can be realized by offering the required nutrients to the animal.
(a) List 2 most common limiting amino acids in cereals. [2 marks]
(b) Explain the difference between protein supplement of plant & animal origin giving 2 examples for each. [4 marks]
(c) Outline any 3 factors that determine the nutritional value of a feed stuff. [6 marks]
(d) Briefly describe the factors considered in ration formulation. [8 marks]
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3. (a) Briefly describe 4 methods of feed processing. [4 marks]
(b) Outline 4 limitation of ammonia utilization in livestock rations. [4 marks]
(c) List 4 sources of mineral elements used in feed supplement for animals. [4 marks]
(d) Define feed additives giving 3 examples. [4 marks]
(e) List 4 factors that affect digestibility of a feed material. [4 marks]
4. (a) Briefly discuss 3 factors that affect feed intake in animals. [6 marks]
(b) Explain 3 factors that influence the efficiency of feed utilization. [6 marks]
(c) Define and give one use of feeding standards. [2 marks]
(c) List 3 advantages & 3 disadvantages of using silage as a feed for animals. [6 marks]
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