. CANDIDATES’ STRENGTHS
CANDIDATES’ WEAKNESSES AND SUGGESTED REMEDIES
The candidates were unable to:
state the aim of the illustrated soil analysis experiment;
name the parts of the sedimentation experiment;
identify the cultivator and name its parts;
- state the functions of the parts of a cultivator;
- state the methods of propagating cashew, oil palm and okro;
- list the varieties of oil palm;
- write legibly;
- convey ideas in correct sentences.
Based on the observed weaknesses, the Chief Examiners recommended as follows:
- Candidates should embark on visits to agricultural farms;
- There should be intensive self-study and revision before examination;
- Hands-on practical exposure and experience is advocated;
- Candidates should be exposed to technical terms used in Agriculture;
- Improved reading culture among candidates is advocated;
- Candidates should write legibly and concisely;