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Ansc 453: Sheep Production Question Paper

Ansc 453: Sheep Production

Course:Bachelor Of Science In Livestock Production Systems

Institution: Egerton University question papers

Exam Year:2012

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1.(a) Define the following terms as used in sheep production: (6 Marks)
a. Store lamb
b. Nakuritis
c. Hampshire down
d. Fecundity
e. Scientific name of sheep
f. Accelerated lambing
(b) Why and when are flushing and steaming up carried out in sheep flocks? (10 Marks)
2.(a) Discuss the factors that contribute towards growth and development of sheep. (10 Marks)
(b) Explain briefly why you would discourage mating of maiden ewes immediately they attain puberty. (5 Marks)
3.(a) Discuss important production and functional traits considered during selection of breeding ewes. (6 Marks)
(b) How does high temperature affect sheep productivity? (4 Marks)
(c) Why are skin folds and wrinkles selected against in sheep production? (4 Marks)
4. Sheep numbers fluctuate with seasons within years. Explain the statement briefly and suggest how these fluctuating
numbers can be controlled. (10 Marks)
5. A Likia farmer has come to you complaining about low lambing rate, high mortality and low offtake of sheep from
his farm.
a. Diagnose his possible problems.
b. Suggest to him how to rectify the problems. (15 Marks)

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