WAEC Agricultural Science 1996 Question 26

Question 26

Pasture and Forage Crops

Which of the following is not a characteristic feature of giant-star grass?

  1. A.Vigorous growth, spreading and perennial
  2. B.Possession of long and rapidly growing-stems
  3. C.Drought resistant and ability to withstand continuous grazing
  4. D.Easy to eradicate once established
  5. E.Easily propagated from young cuttings.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (Easy to eradicate once established)

Explanation

Giant star grass spreads by runners and is hard to get rid of once established.