Agricultural Science

The use of pathogens to control dodder weeds is a?

A. Physical methods B. Mechanical method C. Biological method D. Cultural method Correct Answer: Option C C. Biological method

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Callosobruchus maculatus is a common pest of?

A. Sorghum B. Rice C. Mazie D. Cowpea Correct Answer: Option D D. Cowpea

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Piercing and sucking insect pests possess?

A. Maxillae B. Mandibles C. Labrums D. Proboscis Correct Answer: Option D D. Proboscis

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Viral disease of crops can best be controlled through?

A. Vector control B. Planting resistant varieties C. Spraying insecticides D. Sterilizing farm equipment Correct Answer: Option B B. Planting…

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A fungus known as Phytophthora palmivora is responsible for?

A. Panama disease of banana B. Black arm disease of kola C. Black pod disease of cocoa D. Bloosom-end rot…

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Crop selection is advantageous because?

A. Seeds are collected from stands with desirable traits B. Expertise is required in carrying out the process C. The…

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Crop which is primarily grown to provide food for farm animals are?

A. Legumes B. Weeds C. Forages D. Grasses Correct Answer: Option C C. Forages

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The following crops require shade trees at the seeding stage except?

A. Theobroma cacao B. Coffea spp C. Elaeis guineensis D. Oryza sativa Correct Answer: Option D D. Oryza sativa

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Maize is a popular crop in West Africa because it?

A. is a cereal B. Has multiple uses C. Is of high nutritional value D. Was introduced from Europe Correct…

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