Animal Production · JHS3 Science

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B9.2.4.2.1 - Describe and select appropriate feed for different domestic and commercial animals

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

compile a list of at least five feed types commonly consumed by domestic and commercial animals in their local environment
compare and contrast the characteristics of feed for ruminants, monogastrics, and poultry
identify named samples of feed and correctly match them to the three animal categories (ruminants, monogastrics, and poultry)
select appropriate feed for a given animal by justifying their choice based on the animal’s digestive system

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Curriculum details

Strand: Cycles (Strand 2)
Sub-strand: Animal Production (2.4)
Content standard: B9.2.4.2 - Demonstrate skills and knowledge of feeding domestic and commercial animals
Indicator: B9.2.4.2.1 - Describe and select appropriate feed for different domestic and commercial animals
Suggested placement: Term 1, Week 11 (Week 11 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: Science, Common Core Programme (JHS1-JHS3), 2023, p. 100
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

1. Compile a list of feed commonly consumed by the different domestic and commercial animals in the environment.
2. Compare and contrast the characteristics of different kinds of feed commonly consumed by categories of domestic and commercial animals (ruminants, monogastrics, and poultry).
3. Record feed used to feed domestic and commercial animals on farms over a period of time.
4. Identify named samples of feed for three categories of domestic and commercial animals (ruminants, monogastrics, and poultry).