Husbandry & Health (Leaving Cert Agricultural Science): Quizzes
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How long does the oestrous cycle last in dairy cows?
How long does the oestrous cycle last in dairy cows?
21 days
How long does standing heat typically last in dairy cows?
How long does standing heat typically last in dairy cows?
2-18 hours
What is the gestation period for dairy cows?
What is the gestation period for dairy cows?
9.5 months
What is the target Body Condition Score (BCS) for cows at calving?
What is the target Body Condition Score (BCS) for cows at calving?
3.25
How much colostrum should a calf receive within 12 hours of birth?
How much colostrum should a calf receive within 12 hours of birth?
3 litres
What percentage of protein does colostrum contain?
What percentage of protein does colostrum contain?
14.9%
How much concentrate should calves consume daily at weaning?
How much concentrate should calves consume daily at weaning?
1 kg
Which heat detection aid uses pressure-sensitive chambers that burst when mounted?
Which heat detection aid uses pressure-sensitive chambers that burst when mounted?
Kamar devices
What is Teagasc's recommended annual replacement rate for dairy herds?
What is Teagasc's recommended annual replacement rate for dairy herds?
17%
Which EBI sub-index focuses on calving difficulty and calf mortality?
Which EBI sub-index focuses on calving difficulty and calf mortality?
Calving index
Which freedom is NOT one of the Five Freedoms in animal welfare legislation?
Which freedom is NOT one of the Five Freedoms in animal welfare legislation?
Freedom from competition
What is the oestrous cycle length in a cow?
What is the oestrous cycle length in a cow?
21 days
What does the '3-2-1 rule' for colostrum feeding mean?
What does the '3-2-1 rule' for colostrum feeding mean?
3L within 2h from 1st milking
What is the target Body Condition Score for a dairy cow at calving?
What is the target Body Condition Score for a dairy cow at calving?
3.25
What is 'steaming up' in livestock management?
What is 'steaming up' in livestock management?
Increasing nutrition in last 6-10wks pregnancy
Which device releases dye when pressure is applied during heat detection?
Which device releases dye when pressure is applied during heat detection?
Kamar device
At what age do piglets receive an iron injection?
At what age do piglets receive an iron injection?
2-3 days old
What is the main advantage of a closed herd system?
What is the main advantage of a closed herd system?
Much lower disease-introduction risk
What does EBI stand for in Irish dairy breeding?
What does EBI stand for in Irish dairy breeding?
Economic Breeding Index
What identification system is used to record cattle movements in Ireland?
What identification system is used to record cattle movements in Ireland?
AIM (Animal Identification & Movement)