WAEC Agricultural Science 2022 Question 41

Question 41

Livestock Management

The main reason for castrating farm animals is to

  1. A.remove male odour.
  2. B.make the animal sterile.
  3. C.increase meat production.
  4. D.make them lose weight.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (increase meat production.)

Explanation

Castrated males are calmer and fatten better, giving more and better meat.