List five qualities of the Flemish Giant that make it suitable for commercial production. (b) i) Name two types of cattle. ii) Name two types of poultry. (c) List five nutritional diseases of farm ani

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3. (a)
Five qualities of the Flemish Giant that make it suitable for commercial production are:

• Large size and heavy weight, making them excellent for meat production.
• Fast growth rate, allowing them to reach market weight quickly.
• Good meat-to-bone ratio, providing more usable meat.
• Docile temperament, which makes them easier to handle in commercial settings.
• Good mothering ability, ensuring successful litters.

3. (b)

i) Two types of cattle:

• Beef cattle
• Dairy cattle

ii) Two types of poultry:

• Layers (for egg production)
• Broilers (for meat production)

3. (c)
Five nutritional diseases of farm animals are:

• Rickets (Vitamin D deficiency)
• Milk fever (Calcium deficiency)
• Ketosis (Energy deficiency)
• Anaemia (Iron or Vitamin B12 deficiency)
• Goiter (Iodine deficiency)

3. (d)
Five breeds of ducks are:

• Pekin
• Muscovy
• Khaki Campbell
• Indian Runner
• Aylesbury

3. (e)
One farm animal which could be castrated by the open method is cattle.