Weakness and 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 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:

(i) Candidates should embark on visits to agricultural farms;

(ii) There should be intensive self-study and revision before examination;
(iii) Hands-on practical exposure and experience is advocatedd;
(iv) Candidates should be exposed to technical terms used in Agriculture;
(v) Improved reading culture among candidates is advocated;
(vi) Candidates should write legibly and concisely;