Name and state the function of each of the items of farm equipment and machinery shown below - Leaving Cert Agricultural Science - Question Question 1 - 2019
Question Question 1
Name and state the function of each of the items of farm equipment and machinery shown below. Item A has been completed for you in the table.
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Worked Solution & Example Answer:Name and state the function of each of the items of farm equipment and machinery shown below - Leaving Cert Agricultural Science - Question Question 1 - 2019
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B. (Rotary) tedder or hay bob
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The function of a rotary tedder (or hay bob) is to shake out grass, allowing it to dry, or to make rows of hay for gathering.
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C. Creep feeder
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The creep feeder allows lambs access to feed while excluding ewes. It is used to feed meals to lambs or provide additional feed.
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D. Shear grab or silage grab
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The shear grab (or silage grab) is used to transport silage from the pit to feeders, facilitating feeding livestock.
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E. (Grain) silo
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The grain silo serves to store grain or animal feed, protecting it from the elements and pests.
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F. Combine (harvester)
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The combine harvester is designed for harvesting cereals, such as wheat, barley, or named cereals, efficiently gathering and processing the crop.
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