System & Enterprise (Leaving Cert Agricultural Science): Quizzes
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Within what time must a newborn calf consume colostrum for optimal antibody absorption?
Within what time must a newborn calf consume colostrum for optimal antibody absorption?
Within 2 hours of birth
What is the correct cattle lifecycle progression?
What is the correct cattle lifecycle progression?
Calf→Weanling→Yearling→Breeding Cow
What is the primary developmental focus during the weanling stage (2-12 months)?
What is the primary developmental focus during the weanling stage (2-12 months)?
Developing the digestive system
Why should overfeeding dairy heifers during yearling stage be avoided?
Why should overfeeding dairy heifers during yearling stage be avoided?
Damages mammary tissue, reducing milk yield
What is the target Body Condition Score (BCS) for cows at calving time?
What is the target Body Condition Score (BCS) for cows at calving time?
3.0
Which minerals are particularly crucial for breeding cow reproductive success?
Which minerals are particularly crucial for breeding cow reproductive success?
Selenium, copper, and iodine
Which lifecycle stage is the most nutritionally demanding?
Which lifecycle stage is the most nutritionally demanding?
Lactating cow stage
How long does the typical dry cow period last?
How long does the typical dry cow period last?
60 days
How does a lactating cow's body prioritise energy use?
How does a lactating cow's body prioritise energy use?
Milk production above own body condition
What is disbudding and why is it performed during the calf stage?
What is disbudding and why is it performed during the calf stage?
Removing horn buds for safety & management