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Why were settlement schemes were established soon after independence?
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Why were settlement schemes were established soon after independence?
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October 9, 2019
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State the reasons for imposing quarantine on imported planting materials.
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State the reasons for imposing quarantine on imported planting materials.
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October 9, 2019
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State ways on how leaching leads to loss of fertility.
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State ways on how leaching leads to loss of fertility.
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October 9, 2019
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The Following weeds were found growing on a maize farm by a form four student. Study the weeds and answer the questions that follow.
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The Following weeds were found growing on a maize farm by a form four student. Study the weeds and answer the questions that follow.
a) Name the weeds labeled X, Y and Z above.
b) State one reason that makes each of the following weeds difficult to control.
(i) X
(ii) Z
c) State one reason why the weed labeled M should not be allowed to grow in the farm
c) State one reason why the weed labeled M should not be allowed to grow in the farm.
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October 9, 2019
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Study the diagram below and answer the questions that follow.
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Study the diagram below and answer the questions that follow.
a) Identify the three harvesting methods shown in the diagrams above.
b) Name four sites for agroforestry trees in the farm.
Date posted:
October 9, 2019
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Patricia was advised to plant her maize crop at a spacing of 90 x 30cm. calculate the plant population if her plot measures 93m...
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Patricia was advised to plant her maize crop at a spacing of 90 x 30cm. calculate the plant population if her plot measures 93m x 42 m.
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October 7, 2019
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State three methods of weed control in paddy rice.
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State three methods of weed control in paddy rice.
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October 7, 2019
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State three materials used to prepare rooting mixture to fill polythene sleeves
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State three materials used to prepare rooting mixture to fill polythene sleeves
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October 7, 2019
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Distinguish between minimum tillage and sub-soiling as used in agricultural production
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Distinguish between minimum tillage and sub-soiling as used in agricultural production
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October 7, 2019
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Study the following information which was extracted from Mr. Chacha’s farm record on 31- 12-2013 and answer the questions below.
Loans payable to bank Kshs. 300,000
Five...
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Study the following information which was extracted from Mr. Chacha’s farm record on 31- 12-2013 and answer the questions below.
Loans payable to bank Kshs. 300,000
Five milking cows Ksh 250,000
400 layers Kshs. 80,000
20 goat Kshs. 30,000
Debts payable to co-operative Ksh 20,000
Buildings and structures kshs. 600,000
Bonus payable to workers Ksh 19,000
Cattle feed in store Kshs. 10,000
Animal drugs in store Kshs 4,000
Debts receivable Kshs. 18,000
Breakages to repair Kshs. 30,000
Cash at hand Kshs. 20,000
Cash in bank Kshs. 30,000
Spray equipment Kshs. 12,000
(i) Prepare a balance sheet for Chacha’s farm using the information above.
(ii) Was the business solvent or insolvent?
Date posted:
October 4, 2019
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Differentiate between net revenue and marginal revenue.
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Differentiate between net revenue and marginal revenue.
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October 4, 2019
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Explain six reasons for pruning coffee
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Explain six reasons for pruning coffee
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October 4, 2019
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The diagram below shows a maize stalk infected by a certain pest .Study it and answer the questions that follow .
i) Identify the pest
ii)...
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The diagram below shows a maize stalk infected by a certain pest .Study it and answer the questions that follow .
i) Identify the pest
ii) Apart from maize, name another crop attacked by the pest named above
iii) Give three cultural measures that can be applied to control the pest
Date posted:
October 4, 2019
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The following information was obtained from the records of Mr Juma’s farm for the year ended on 31st march 2011
Particulars ...
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The following information was obtained from the records of Mr Juma’s farm for the year ended on 31st march 2011
Particulars kshs
Opening Valuation 100,000
Calves 72,000
Hired Labour 21,000
Sales of milk 13,000
Sales of cereals 33,000
Rent 9,000
Feed 5,300
Seed 1,700
Fertilizers 4,700
Sales of Vegetables 9,300
Sales of poultry 1,800
Sales of fruits 700
Pesticides 1,250
Depreciation 650
Repair and Maintenance 950
Interest on loans 200
Closing Valuation 9,0000
a)using the information given above , prepare a profit and loss account for Mr Juma’s farm for the year ended 31st March
b)Giving a reason, State whether Mr. Juma’s farm made a profit or loss
Date posted:
October 4, 2019
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Give two examples of farm records that are general in nature
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Give two examples of farm records that are general in nature
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October 4, 2019
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Give four management practice that promote high herbage yields in pasture production
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Give four management practice that promote high herbage yields in pasture production
Date posted:
October 4, 2019
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Give two examples for each of the following types of cost incurred in broiler production .
a)Variable cost
b)fixed cost
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Give two examples for each of the following types of cost incurred in broiler production .
a)Variable cost
b)fixed cost
Date posted:
October 4, 2019
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The table below illustrates the relationship between land in hectares , inputs (DAP) fertilizers and total maize production in 90kg bags , and the marginal production...
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The table below illustrates the relationship between land in hectares , inputs (DAP) fertilizers and total maize production in 90kg bags , and the marginal production in 90 Kg maize bags.
Fill in the column of marginal production in 90Kg bags of maize
Date posted:
October 3, 2019
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The school farm plans to grow either Irish potatoes or Maize for grains. Study the following information carefully then answer the questions that follow:
Irish potatoes
i)Yield...
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The school farm plans to grow either Irish potatoes or Maize for grains. Study the following information carefully then answer the questions that follow:
Irish potatoes
i)Yield per hectare–5000kg
ii)Labour requirement par ha.–60 man-days
iii)Labour cost –150/= per man-day
iv)Potato seed/ ha –6000/=
v)Cost of tractor hire/ ha for cultivation –4000/=
vi)Cost of DAP fertilizer/ ha–3500/=
vii)Selling price of potatoes.–10/= per kg
viii)Cost of fungicides/ha -4,000/=
Maize:
i). Yield per hectare-5,500kg
ii)Selling price of maize-15/=per kg
iii)Labour requirement/ha–50/= per man – day
iv)Labour cost -150/= per man- day
v)Tractor hire/ha for cultivation-3000/=
vi)Cost of seed per ha: -2500/=
vii)Cost of DAP fertilizer/ha -4,500/=
viii)Cost of CAN/ ha –3000/=
Calculate gross margin for the two crops (show your working)
Date posted:
October 3, 2019
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The following information was extracted from Mr. Njeru’s farm record on 31/12/2013. Use the information below to answer the questions.
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The following information was extracted from Mr. Njeru’s farm record on 31/12/2013. Use the information below to answer the questions.
Shs.
5 year bank Loan 400,000
1 year loan with AFC 200,000
Creditors 45,000
Unpaid wages 25,000
Land 600,000
Building 420,000
Dairy Cattle 150,000
Dairy Meals 15,000
Cash in hand 34,000
(a)Prepare a balance sheet of Mr Njeru’s farm.
(b)Was Mr. Njerus business solvent or insolvent.
Date posted:
October 3, 2019
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