Poultry Drinkers, Meaning, Importance, Types and More

Poultry Drinkers

Meaning of Poultry Drinkers Poultry drinkers are tools or equipment used for holding, storing, and providing water for poultry birds. They are made of metal, plastics, or ceramics. This equipment could be hung, placed on the floor, or specially designed to automatically provide water for birds. Irrespective of the types of drinkers used in providing … Read more

21st-century skills in Agricultural Education, Meaning and Importance

21st-century skills

Meaning of the 21st-Century Skills in Agricultural Education 21st-century skills are increasingly becoming important as science and technology are rapidly advancing. Teachers and would-be teachers need to acquire these skills to succeed in their personal and professional endeavors.  Navigating the complicatedness of modern society with the advancement of technology requires the development of 21st-century skills. … Read more

 Top 4 Skills for Yam Production in Nigeria.

yam production

  Introduction to Yam Production  Yam is one of the most cherished food crops produced in Nigeria because of its usage in cultural and religious activities. There is no household in Nigeria where yam is not cherished; in fact, yam food is a ceremonial food in some parts of Nigeria, particularly in Eastern and Southern … Read more

Sprayer Nozzle: Meaning, Important, Types, and Maintenance

Sprayer Nozzle

Meaning of Sprayer Nozzle The nozzle is one of the components of the sprayer used for breaking liquid into fine droplets during spraying. It is made up of plastic, ceramics, stainless steel, or brass. The sprayer either manual, electronic, or tractor-operated after thoroughly pressurized, the fluid discharges mechanically through a fissure called a nozzle and … Read more

10 Importance of Agriculture

Importance of Agriculture

Introduction to the Importance of Agriculture The importance of Agriculture for the survival of both individuals and the development of the economy cannot be overstated. It plays a vital role in the provision of food for man and in the development of rural areas. Thus, Agriculture remains one of the most crucial occupations in the … Read more

The Plough: Importance, Types, Advantages and More

plough

Meaning of The Plough The Plough known as the plow, is a primary tillage implement used for turning the soil and breaking up the soil clod. It is one of the primary tillage implements used in land preparation immediately after clearing and slashing, making it the first implement to be in land preparation after the … Read more

Miracle Leaf: History, Production, Benefits, Care, and  More

Miracle Leaf

Introduction of The Miracle Leaf Plant (Bryophyllum pinnatum) The Miracle Leaf Plant (Bryophyllum pinnatum) Common Name: Miracle Leaf Plant, Resurrection Plant, Life Plant, Air Plant, and More Botanical Name: Bryophyllum pinnatum Local Name: Abamoda, Ebeokpokpa, Oken  (In Nigeria)   The Miracle leaf plant belongs to the order saxifragales, the family of crassulacease, the genus of … Read more

Climate, Meaning, and 10 Importance of Climate in Agriculture.

climate

Meaning of Climate  Climate can be defined as the average weather conditions of a place over a long period usually 30-35 years. Similarly, It refers to the average weather condition of a place, location, or region over a long time. The determination of climate as an average weather condition can be within a country, a … Read more

Beekeeping (Apiculture): Importance, Types, Methods, and More

Beekeeping

Meaning of BeeKeeping (Apiculture) Beekeeping or Apiculture refers to the art and science of domestication of Bees for the production of honey, propolis, and wax for the benefit of man and industries. The Honey bee (Apis mellifera) are social insects that have the potential to make honey that is beneficial to man and industrials. The bees … Read more

Maintenance of farm tools: General and Preventive Measures

Maintenance of Farm Tools

 Meaning Maintenance of Farm Tools Maintenance of farm tools refers to the measures or actions taken to protect and preserve farm tools from damage. Climatic factors such as sunlight, rainfall, relative humidity, and pests such as rats and termites can render farm tools useless when exposed. The continuous usage of farm tools can lead to … Read more