Lesson Note for Agricultural Science, Third (3rd) Term (Week 5) | NUE, NAPPS Scheme
Rearing of Farm Animals
LESSON NOTE FOR AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE (Week 5)
DATE: Monday 26th May – Friday 30th May
CLASS: Grade 5
SUBJECT: Agricultural Science
TOPIC: Rearing of Farm Animals
SUB-TOPICS:
- Rearing Equipment
- Provide Medication
- Introduction of Young Animals (Stocking)
- Provide Food & Water Daily
- Cleaning House Regularly
- Routine Veterinary Check
PVS – Agricultural Science
Topic: Rearing of Farm Animals
Farm animals need proper care to grow well and stay healthy. Farmers use different tools and methods to take good care of animals. These include feeding, cleaning, giving medicine, and checking their health regularly.
1. Rearing Equipment
These are tools used to take care of animals on the farm.
Examples of rearing equipment:
- Feeding trough
- Water containers (drinkers)
- Cages or pens
- Fencing wires
- Nesting boxes (for birds)
Uses of rearing equipment:
- To serve food and water
- To keep animals safe
- To provide shelter
- To make caring for animals easier
2. Provide Medication
Farm animals can get sick. Giving them the right medicine helps them stay healthy.
Types of medication:
- Vaccines (to prevent diseases)
- Dewormers (to remove worms)
- Antibiotics (to treat infections)
Importance of medication:
- Prevents diseases
- Treats sick animals
- Helps animals grow better
3. Introduction of Young Animals (Stocking)
Stocking means bringing young animals to the farm.
Steps in stocking:
- Clean the animal house
- Prepare enough food and water
- Keep new animals separate at first (quarantine)
- Observe them for sickness
4. Provide Food and Water Daily
Animals must be fed and given water every day.
Importance of feeding and watering:
- Helps them grow strong
- Keeps them healthy
- Increases production (like eggs, milk, or meat)
5. Cleaning House Regularly
Keeping animal houses clean is very important.
How to clean:
- Sweep or wash the floor
- Remove leftover food and waste
- Wash feeding and drinking containers
- Use disinfectant if needed
Benefits of cleaning:
- Keeps animals safe from diseases
- Makes the environment fresh and neat
- Helps animals live longer
6. Routine Veterinary Checks
A veterinary doctor is an animal doctor. Vets check animals to make sure they are healthy.
Why routine vet checks are important:
- To find sickness early
- To give the right medicine or vaccines
- To advise the farmer on animal care
Instructional Materials
- Pictures of rearing equipment
- Samples of animal feed and water containers
- Picture/chart of a veterinary doctor
- Cleaning tools (e.g. broom, brush)
Class Fun (Class Work)
- List two rearing equipment used on the farm.
- What is stocking?
- Mention two things a veterinary doctor does.
- Why should we clean animal houses?
Home Fun (Home Work)
Draw and label two tools used for rearing farm animals.
Conclusion
Farm animals must be well cared for using proper tools, clean housing, daily feeding, medication, and health checks. These help the animals grow well and stay healthy.
Reference
- National Home Economics and Agricultural Science Curriculum for Primary Schools
- Basic Science and Technology for Primary 4 – NERDC
- Teacher’s Agricultural Science Guide for Lower Basic Education