WAEC Agricultural Science 2020 Question 29

Question 29

Pasture and Forage Crops

The fencing and partitioning of a pastureland into paddocks is meant to

  1. A.suppress weeds that compete with pasture crops.
  2. B.control grazing and ensure regeneration of pasture.
  3. C.allow free movement of ruminants on the pasture.
  4. D.prevent lodging of the pasture plants.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (control grazing and ensure regeneration of pasture.)

Explanation

Paddocks allow rotational grazing so grazed parts can regrow.