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Questions can come from soils, crops, livestock, farm tools and machinery, agricultural economics, fisheries, forestry, genetics, extension and practical Agriculture. ![WAEC Agriculture Likely Questions 2027/2028 and Answers](https://examloaded.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WAEC-Agriculture-Likely-Questions-2027-2028-and-Answers-300x199.webp)WAEC Agriculture Likely Questions 2027/2028 and Answers The questions on this page are **original practice questions prepared from important areas of the WAEC Agriculture syllabus and previous examination patterns**. They are not leaked WAEC questions, expo or guaranteed questions for the examination. Attempt each question yourself before checking the answer. **READ ALSO:** [WAEC Agriculture Past Questions and Answers PDF Download](/waec-agriculture-past-questions/) ## WAEC Agriculture Likely Questions 2027/2028 The practice set below covers objective, theory, calculation and practical-related questions. You should still use the [WAEC Agriculture Syllabus 2027/2028](/waec-agric-science-syllabus-questions-and-answers/) because these questions are meant to test your preparation, not replace the syllabus. ## WAEC Agriculture Likely Objective Questions Try to answer all the questions before looking at the answers. ### Question 1 Which of the following is a renewable agricultural resource? A. Crude oil B. Forest C. Coal D. Natural gas **Answer: B. Forest** Forests can be regenerated through proper management, afforestation and reforestation. ### Question 2 Which land-tenure system allows an individual to use land for a specified period after payment? A. Communal tenure B. Inheritance C. Leasehold D. Freehold **Answer: C. Leasehold** Under leasehold, the land is used for an agreed period under stated conditions. ### Question 3 Which factor is most likely to reduce the availability of agricultural land? A. Rural electrification B. Urbanisation C. Crop rotation D. Irrigation **Answer: B. Urbanisation** Expansion of towns, roads, industries and housing can reduce land available for farming. ### Question 4 The breakdown of rocks into smaller particles without chemical change is known as: A. Chemical weathering B. Biological weathering C. Physical weathering D. Soil erosion **Answer: C. Physical weathering** Physical weathering breaks rocks into smaller pieces without changing their chemical composition. ### Question 5 Which soil type generally has the largest particles? A. Clay B. Loam C. Sandy soil D. Silt **Answer: C. Sandy soil** Sandy soil contains relatively large particles and usually drains water quickly. ### Question 6 A soil with a pH of 5.0 is: A. alkaline B. neutral C. acidic D. saline **Answer: C. Acidic** A pH below 7 is acidic. ### Question 7 Which material can be applied to an acidic soil to reduce its acidity? A. Urea B. Limestone C. Ammonium sulphate D. Superphosphate **Answer: B. Limestone** Liming materials help to reduce soil acidity. ### Question 8 Which nutrient is particularly important for leafy vegetative growth? A. Nitrogen B. Phosphorus C. Potassium D. Calcium **Answer: A. Nitrogen** Nitrogen encourages vegetative growth and the development of green leaves. ### Question 9 Which fertilizer is a major source of nitrogen? A. Urea B. Single superphosphate C. Rock phosphate D. Limestone **Answer: A. Urea** Urea is a nitrogenous fertilizer. ### Question 10 Which of the following is an advantage of organic manure? A. It always acts immediately B. It improves soil structure C. It contains no microorganisms D. It increases soil acidity rapidly **Answer: B. It improves soil structure** Organic manure can improve soil structure, water-holding capacity and biological activity. ### Question 11 The process of supplying water artificially to crops is called: A. drainage B. irrigation C. leaching D. infiltration **Answer: B. Irrigation** Irrigation provides water to crops when rainfall is inadequate. ### Question 12 Which irrigation method applies water to crops in a manner similar to rainfall? A. Basin irrigation B. Furrow irrigation C. Sprinkler irrigation D. Flood irrigation **Answer: C. Sprinkler irrigation** Sprinklers distribute water through the air over the field. ### Question 13 Which farm tool is most suitable for cutting small branches during pruning? A. Spade B. Secateurs C. Rake D. Shovel **Answer: B. Secateurs** Secateurs are used for pruning small stems and branches. ### Question 14 The main function of a plough is to: A. harvest crops B. pulverise the soil after planting C. turn and loosen the soil D. spray pesticides **Answer: C. Turn and loosen the soil** A plough is used mainly for primary tillage. ### Question 15 A harrow is commonly used after ploughing to: A. make the soil finer B. harvest tubers C. transport farm produce D. spray crops **Answer: A. Make the soil finer** Harrowing breaks soil clods and helps prepare a finer seedbed. ### Question 16 Which implement is most appropriate for forming ridges? A. Ridger B. Harrow C. Mower D. Sheller **Answer: A. Ridger** A ridger is used to form ridges or furrows. ### Question 17 Which practice involves removing excess seedlings from a stand? A. Supplying B. Thinning C. Mulching D. Staking **Answer: B. Thinning** Thinning reduces overcrowding by removing excess seedlings. ### Question 18 Replacing seedlings that failed to establish is known as: A. supplying B. pruning C. thinning D. staking **Answer: A. Supplying** Supplying involves replacing missing or dead seedlings. ### Question 19 Which of the following is a cereal crop? A. Cowpea B. Groundnut C. Maize D. Cassava **Answer: C. Maize** Maize is a cereal crop. ### Question 20 Which of the following is a legume? A. Rice B. Cowpea C. Yam D. Millet **Answer: B. Cowpea** Cowpea belongs to the legume group. ### Question 21 The botanical name of maize is: A. *Oryza sativa* B. *Zea mays* C. *Manihot esculenta* D. *Arachis hypogaea* **Answer: B. *Zea mays*** ### Question 22 Which of the following is a root crop? A. Cassava B. Maize C. Cowpea D. Groundnut **Answer: A. Cassava** Cassava is grown mainly for its enlarged storage roots. ### Question 23 A plant that completes its life cycle within one growing season is: A. annual B. biennial C. perennial D. evergreen **Answer: A. Annual** Annual crops complete their life cycle within one year or growing season. ### Question 24 Which practice helps conserve soil moisture and suppress weeds? A. Mulching B. Thinning C. Pollination D. Roguing **Answer: A. Mulching** Mulch covers the soil surface, reducing evaporation and suppressing weed growth. ### Question 25 Which pest has piercing and sucking mouthparts? A. Grasshopper B. Aphid C. Weevil D. Caterpillar **Answer: B. Aphid** Aphids pierce plant tissues and suck sap. ### Question 26 Which of the following is a cultural method of pest control? A. Crop rotation B. Insecticide spraying C. Use of predators D. Fumigation **Answer: A. Crop rotation** Crop rotation can interrupt the life cycle of some pests and diseases. ### Question 27 A disease-causing organism is called a: A. vector B. pathogen C. predator D. parasite host **Answer: B. Pathogen** Pathogens include disease-causing fungi, bacteria, viruses and other organisms. ### Question 28 Which practice involves growing different crops on the same piece of land in a planned sequence? A. Mixed farming B. Crop rotation C. Monocropping D. Shifting cultivation **Answer: B. Crop rotation** Crop rotation involves changing crops according to a planned sequence over time. ### Question 29 Mixed farming involves: A. growing only one crop B. keeping animals without crops C. combining crop production and livestock rearing D. planting several crops without livestock **Answer: C. Combining crop production and livestock rearing** ### Question 30 Which of the following is an external parasite of livestock? A. Tapeworm B. Liver fluke C. Tick D. Roundworm **Answer: C. Tick** Ticks live on the external body surface of animals. ### Question 31 Castration is carried out mainly to: A. increase the number of horns B. prevent unwanted breeding C. increase disease transmission D. stop animals from feeding **Answer: B. Prevent unwanted breeding** Castration removes or disables the reproductive ability of a male animal. ### Question 32 Removing unproductive animals from a herd or flock is known as: A. weaning B. docking C. culling D. flushing **Answer: C. Culling** Culling removes animals that are unproductive, unhealthy or otherwise undesirable. ### Question 33 The removal of young animals from their mother’s milk is called: A. weaning B. parturition C. gestation D. brooding **Answer: A. Weaning** ### Question 34 Which nutrient is mainly required for growth and repair of body tissues in farm animals? A. Protein B. Water C. Carbohydrate D. Fat **Answer: A. Protein** Protein is particularly important for growth, tissue formation and repair. ### Question 35 Which poultry management system keeps birds inside cages arranged in rows or tiers? A. Free-range system B. Fold-unit system C. Battery-cage system D. Extensive system **Answer: C. Battery-cage system** ### Question 36 Candling is carried out on poultry eggs mainly to: A. increase egg weight B. check internal development and quality C. sterilise the shell D. change the shell colour **Answer: B. Check internal development and quality** Candling allows the inside of an egg to be examined using light. ### Question 37 Which farm animal is a ruminant? A. Pig B. Goat C. Chicken D. Rabbit **Answer: B. Goat** Goats possess a ruminant digestive system. ### Question 38 Which of the following is a fish-pond management practice? A. Desilting B. Dehorning C. Castration D. Docking **Answer: A. Desilting** Desilting helps remove accumulated silt from ponds. ### Question 39 The rearing of bees for agricultural purposes is known as: A. aquaculture B. apiculture C. sericulture D. silviculture **Answer: B. Apiculture** ### Question 40 A major benefit of bees to crop production is: A. soil erosion B. pollination C. weed control D. irrigation **Answer: B. Pollination** Bees help transfer pollen between flowers. ### Question 41 The amount of a commodity consumers are willing and able to buy at a given price is: A. supply B. demand C. utility D. capital **Answer: B. Demand** ### Question 42 Which factor of production receives rent as its reward? A. Labour B. Capital C. Land D. Management **Answer: C. Land** ### Question 43 The reward for labour is: A. interest B. wage C. rent D. profit **Answer: B. Wage** ### Question 44 A record containing the assets and liabilities of a farm business is useful in preparing the: A. farm diary B. balance sheet C. rainfall record D. crop calendar **Answer: B. Balance sheet** ### Question 45 Which of the following is mainly responsible for taking new agricultural information to farmers? A. Extension agent B. Wholesaler C. Retailer D. Produce buyer **Answer: A. Extension agent** Agricultural extension helps farmers gain access to improved knowledge and practices. ## WAEC Agriculture Likely Theory Questions and Answers ### Question 1 **State five importance of agriculture to the Nigerian economy.** ### Answer Agriculture is important because it: - Provides food for the population. - Provides employment. - Supplies raw materials to industries. - Generates income for farmers. - Provides foreign-exchange earnings through exports. - Creates markets for industrial products. - Contributes to national income. - Supports rural development. Any five properly stated points may be used. ### Question 2 **Explain four problems associated with land tenure in agricultural production.** ### Answer Possible problems include: - **Fragmentation of land** — inheritance may divide farmland into plots too small for efficient farming. - **Difficulty obtaining credit** — farmers who do not own land securely may find it difficult to use it as collateral. - **Difficulty with mechanisation** — scattered or small holdings make the use of large machinery difficult. - **Insecurity of tenure** — tenants may be unwilling to make long-term improvements where continued access is uncertain. - **Land disputes** — unclear ownership can lead to conflicts. - **Restriction on expansion** — farmers may not have enough land to increase production. ### Question 3 **State four ways soil fertility can be maintained.** ### Answer Soil fertility can be maintained through: - Application of organic manure. - Application of appropriate fertilizers. - Crop rotation involving legumes. - Bush fallowing where suitable. - Cover cropping. - Liming acidic soils. - Proper erosion control. ### Question 4 **Distinguish between organic manure and inorganic fertilizer.** ### Answer **Organic manure** is obtained mainly from decomposed plant and animal materials such as compost and farmyard manure. It usually releases nutrients gradually and also improves soil structure. **Inorganic fertilizer** is manufactured or processed to supply specified plant nutrients in concentrated form. It normally releases nutrients more quickly but does not add much organic matter to the soil. ## WAEC Agriculture Likely Questions on Farm Tools and Machinery ### Question 5 **State two uses and two maintenance practices for a knapsack sprayer.** ### Answer #### Uses - Applying pesticides to crops. - Applying some liquid herbicides or other approved farm chemicals. #### Maintenance - Wash the tank and nozzle thoroughly after use. - Store the sprayer in a dry, safe place. - Clear blocked nozzles properly. - Replace damaged washers or seals. - Lubricate moving parts where required. ### Question 6 **State four precautions a farmer should take when using a knapsack sprayer.** ### Answer - Wear protective clothing. - Avoid spraying against the wind. - Do not eat, drink or smoke while spraying. - Use the recommended concentration of chemical. - Avoid direct contact with the chemical. - Wash the equipment and body properly after spraying. ### Question 7 **Give one main use of each of the following farm implements:** a. Plough b. Harrow c. Ridger d. Planter ### Answer **Plough:** Used for primary tillage and turning the soil. **Harrow:** Used to break soil clods and prepare a finer seedbed. **Ridger:** Used to make ridges or furrows. **Planter:** Used to place seeds in the soil at suitable spacing and depth. ## WAEC Agriculture Likely Crop Production Questions ### Question 8 **Outline six steps involved in the cultivation of maize from land preparation to harvesting.** ### Answer A suitable sequence includes: - Select an appropriate site and prepare the land. - Obtain good-quality maize seed. - Plant at the recommended time and spacing. - Carry out supplying and thinning where required. - Control weeds. - Apply fertilizer where necessary. - Control pests and diseases. - Harvest mature cobs. - Dry and store properly. ### Question 9 **State five advantages of crop rotation.** ### Answer Crop rotation can: - Maintain soil fertility. - Reduce the build-up of some pests. - Reduce the build-up of some diseases. - Help control weeds. - Make better use of different soil nutrients. - Improve soil structure. - Reduce erosion when suitable crops are included. ### Question 10 **Explain the following cultural practices:** a. Mulching b. Thinning c. Supplying d. Staking e. Earthing up ### Answer **Mulching:** Covering the soil surface around crops with suitable material to conserve moisture, control weeds and protect the soil. **Thinning:** Removing excess seedlings to reduce overcrowding. **Supplying:** Replacing seedlings or plants that failed to establish. **Staking:** Providing support for weak-stemmed or climbing crops. **Earthing up:** Drawing soil around the base of a growing plant. ## WAEC Agriculture Likely Pest and Disease Questions ### Question 11 **State four types of damage insect pests can cause to crops.** ### Answer Insect pests may: - Eat leaves. - Bore into stems, fruits or seeds. - Suck plant sap. - Damage roots. - Transmit plant diseases. - Destroy stored produce. ### Question 12 **State five methods of controlling crop pests.** ### Answer - Cultural control - Biological control - Chemical control - Mechanical or physical control - Use of resistant crop varieties - Legislative or quarantine measures where appropriate ## WAEC Agriculture Likely Animal Production Questions ### Question 13 **Give four differences between the digestive system of a goat and that of a chicken.** ### Answer - A goat is a ruminant, while a chicken is non-ruminant. - A goat has a four-compartment stomach, while a chicken does not. - A goat has a rumen for microbial fermentation, while a chicken does not. - A chicken has a crop for temporary food storage, whereas a goat does not. - A chicken has a gizzard for grinding food, whereas a goat relies mainly on chewing and rumination. ### Question 14 **State five reasons for culling farm animals.** ### Answer Animals may be culled because of: - Low productivity. - Old age. - Chronic disease. - Poor reproductive performance. - Undesirable hereditary traits. - Physical defects. - Poor growth. ### Question 15 **State four importance of water to farm animals.** ### Answer Water: - Helps regulate body temperature. - Aids digestion. - Helps transport nutrients. - Helps remove waste products. - Is required for metabolic reactions. - Supports milk production and other body functions. ## WAEC Agriculture Likely Poultry Questions ### Question 16 **State four advantages of the battery-cage system of poultry management.** ### Answer - Eggs can be collected easily. - Feed wastage can be reduced. - Birds can be observed individually. - Disease spread through litter can be reduced. - Egg breakage and contamination may be reduced where cages are well designed. - Record keeping can be easier. ### Question 17 **State four disadvantages of the battery-cage system.** ### Answer - Initial installation cost is high. - Birds have limited movement. - Good management is required. - Cage equipment must be maintained. - Poorly designed cages may cause injuries or welfare problems. ## WAEC Agriculture Likely Fisheries Questions ### Question 18 **State five management practices carried out in a fish pond.** ### Answer - Feeding fish properly. - Liming where necessary. - Fertilising the pond where appropriate. - Maintaining suitable water level. - Controlling predators. - Removing excess weeds. - Desilting where necessary. - Monitoring fish health. ### Question 19 **Give three reasons for liming a fish pond.** ### Answer Liming may: - Reduce excessive acidity. - Improve pond conditions for aquatic organisms. - Increase the effectiveness of fertilisation in suitable conditions. ## WAEC Agriculture Likely Apiculture Questions ### Question 20 **State four importance of bees in agriculture.** ### Answer - Pollination of crops. - Production of honey. - Production of beeswax. - Income generation. - Support for biodiversity. ### Question 21 **Mention three materials that may help attract bees to a new hive.** ### Answer Examples include: - Beeswax - Honey - Suitable bee attractants or materials carrying bee scent ## WAEC Agriculture Likely Genetics Questions ### Question 22 **State Mendel’s two major laws of inheritance.** ### Answer - **Law of segregation** - **Law of independent assortment** ### Question 23 **Explain the difference between dominant and recessive traits.** ### Answer A **dominant trait** is expressed in an individual when at least one dominant allele is present. A **recessive trait** is normally expressed only when the individual possesses two recessive alleles. ## WAEC Agriculture Likely Agricultural Economics Questions ### Question 24 **State four factors that may affect the demand for an agricultural product.** ### Answer Factors include: - Price of the product. - Consumer income. - Population. - Taste and preference. - Price of substitute products. - Price of complementary products. - Season. ### Question 25 **State four factors that may affect the supply of an agricultural product.** ### Answer - Price of the product. - Cost of production. - Weather conditions. - Technology. - Availability of inputs. - Government policy. - Number of producers. ## WAEC Agriculture Likely Calculation Questions ### Question 26 — Plant Population A farmer plants maize on a field measuring 120 m by 80 m. The spacing is 0.8 m by 0.5 m. Calculate the expected plant population if one plant is maintained per stand. ### Answer Area of field: 120 × 80 = **9,600 m²** Area occupied by one stand: 0.8 × 0.5 = **0.4 m²** Plant population: 9,600 ÷ 0.4 = **24,000 plants** ### Question 27 — Farm Area A rectangular farmland measures 250 m long and 120 m wide. Calculate its area in: a. square metres b. hectares ### Answer Area: 250 × 120 = **30,000 m²** Since 1 hectare = 10,000 m²: 30,000 ÷ 10,000 = **3 hectares** ### Question 28 — Depreciation A farmer bought a maize sheller for ₦900,000. Its expected useful life is eight years and its residual value is ₦100,000. Calculate the annual depreciation using the straight-line method. ### Answer Depreciable amount: ₦900,000 – ₦100,000 = ₦800,000 Annual depreciation: ₦800,000 ÷ 8 = **₦100,000 per year** ### Question 29 — Farm Profit A farmer obtained ₦1,250,000 from the sale of produce. The farmer spent: Seeds — ₦120,000 Fertilizer — ₦200,000 Labour — ₦250,000 Transport — ₦80,000 Chemicals — ₦50,000 Calculate the: a. total cost b. profit ### Answer Total cost: ₦120,000 + ₦200,000 + ₦250,000 + ₦80,000 + ₦50,000 = **₦700,000** Profit: ₦1,250,000 – ₦700,000 = **₦550,000** ### Question 30 — Feed Mixture A poultry farmer prepares 200 kg of feed containing 30% maize. Calculate the quantity of maize in the feed. ### Answer 30% of 200 kg: 30/100 × 200 = **60 kg** ## WAEC Agriculture Likely Practical Questions Practical Agriculture should not be ignored. The questions below show the kind of observation and identification skills you should practise. ### Question 31 You are provided with specimens of **urea fertilizer** and **poultry manure**. State three differences between them. ### Answer Possible differences include: | Urea Fertilizer | Poultry Manure | | --------------- | -------------- | | Inorganic fertilizer | Organic manure | | Concentrated source of nitrogen | Contains several nutrients in lower concentrations | | Releases nutrients relatively quickly | Nutrients are generally released more gradually | | Does not add much organic matter | Adds organic matter to the soil | ### Question 32 A specimen is identified as a **cutlass**. State: a. two uses b. two maintenance practices ### Answer #### Uses - Clearing weeds and vegetation. - Cutting small stems or branches. #### Maintenance - Clean after use. - Sharpen the blade when necessary. - Store in a dry place. - Oil the metal surface to reduce rusting. ### Question 33 A specimen is a **knapsack sprayer**. State: a. two uses b. two precautions during use ### Answer #### Uses - Applying pesticides. - Applying suitable liquid herbicides or other farm chemicals. #### Precautions - Wear protective clothing. - Avoid spraying against the wind. - Avoid contact with the chemical. - Wash properly after spraying. ### Question 34 A specimen is **limestone**. State three agricultural uses. ### Answer Limestone can be used to: - Reduce soil acidity. - Supply calcium. - Improve conditions for some soil microorganisms where acidic soil is corrected. ### Question 35 A specimen is **wood ash**. State two agricultural uses. ### Answer Wood ash may: - Supply some mineral nutrients, especially potassium. - Help reduce soil acidity in some situations. It should be used appropriately because excessive application can disturb soil conditions. ### Question 36 A crop specimen is identified as **maize**. State: a. its botanical name b. two uses c. one major group to which it belongs ### Answer **Botanical name:** *Zea mays* **Uses:** - Human food. - Livestock feed. - Industrial raw material. **Group:** Cereal crop. ### Question 37 A specimen is **cowpea**. State: a. its botanical name b. one importance to soil fertility c. two uses ### Answer **Botanical name:** *Vigna unguiculata* Cowpea is a legume and can contribute to nitrogen enrichment through its association with nitrogen-fixing bacteria. **Uses include:** - Human food. - Livestock feed. - Crop rotation. ## Topics You Should Still Revise Do not treat the questions above as the complete Agriculture syllabus. Make sure you can also answer questions on: - Agricultural ecology - Climate and weather - Soil profile - Soil water - Soil conservation - Drainage - Agricultural pollution - Farm surveying - Farm planning - Mechanisation - Tractor systems - Farm power - Forestry - Pasture management - Crop storage - Crop processing - Animal breeding - Animal diseases - Livestock parasites - Ruminant digestion - Poultry management - Milk production - Fisheries - Beekeeping - Farm records - Balance sheet - Demand and supply - Agricultural marketing - Agricultural finance - Agricultural extension - Government agricultural programmes Use the [WAEC Agriculture Areas of Concentration 2027/2028](/waec-agriculture-areas-of-concentration/) as a checklist while revising. ## How to Use These Agriculture Likely Questions Do not start by reading all the answers. Choose one section. Cover the answers. Attempt the questions in an exercise book. Then compare your responses with the explanations. For theory questions, pay attention to how many points are required. If the question asks for four reasons, make sure you give four clear reasons. If it asks you to explain, do more than list the point. For calculations, show every important step and include the correct unit. ## Practise Agriculture Past Questions Too Likely questions give you fresh practice, while past questions show you what WAEC has actually asked in previous examinations. You should use both. After studying a topic such as soil fertility: - Answer the likely questions. - Check your mistakes. - Attempt previous WAEC questions on soil fertility. - Revise any area you still find difficult. Use the [WAEC Agriculture Past Questions and Answers PDF](/waec-agriculture-past-questions/) for previous examination practice. You can also find practice questions for your other subjects on the [WAEC Likely Questions 2027/2028 for All Subjects](/waec-likely-questions/) page. ## Pay Attention to Practical Agriculture A candidate can understand Agriculture theory and still struggle with practical questions. Try to see real specimens where possible. Learn to recognise: - Farm tools - Machinery parts - Fertilizers - Manures - Soil samples - Crop seeds - Crop fruits - Weeds - Pests - Animal products - Feed ingredients For each specimen, ask yourself: **What is it?** **What is it used for?** **What are its characteristics?** **How is it maintained or managed?** **What other specimen can it be compared with?** That type of practice is more useful than memorising specimen letters. ## Learn Important Botanical Names Botanical names are easier to remember when you practise them repeatedly. Examples worth knowing include: - Maize — *Zea mays* - Rice — *Oryza sativa* - Cowpea — *Vigna unguiculata* - Groundnut — *Arachis hypogaea* - Cassava — *Manihot esculenta* - Oil palm — *Elaeis guineensis* - Coconut — *Cocos nucifera* Write them correctly during practice. Do not wait until the examination before trying to memorise several scientific names at once. ## Take Agriculture Calculations Seriously Some candidates prepare Agriculture as if it contains no Mathematics. That is a mistake. You can meet calculations involving: - Plant population - Land area - Farm profit - Depreciation - Feed quantities - Demand and supply - Farm records Always show your workings and state the unit. If your answer is 24,000 plants, do not simply write **24,000**. Write **24,000 plants**. ## Read Agricultural Terms Carefully Some Agricultural Science terms sound similar but mean different things. Make sure you know the difference between: - Thinning and supplying - Manure and fertilizer - Pest and pathogen - Disease and parasite - Irrigation and drainage - Afforestation and reforestation - Demand and supply - Culling and castration - Weaning and parturition - Roughage and concentrate Knowing the exact meaning of a term can prevent avoidable mistakes. ## Do Not Memorise These Answers Word for Word The actual examination can change the wording, crop, animal, figures or situation. A plant-population question may use maize today and tomato another time. A depreciation question may use a tractor instead of a maize sheller. The method remains the important part. If you understand the principle, a change in the example should not stop you. ## Frequently Asked Questions About WAEC Agriculture Likely Questions ### What are WAEC Agriculture likely questions? They are examination-style practice questions prepared from important Agriculture syllabus areas and previous examination patterns. ### Are these the real WAEC Agriculture 2027 questions? No. They are original practice questions, not leaked or confirmed examination questions. ### Are these Agriculture expo questions? No. They are revision materials. ### Will these exact questions come out in WAEC? There is no guarantee that any exact practice question will appear. Similar topics and skills may be tested because they form part of the syllabus. ### Do the questions have answers? Yes. Answers and explanations are provided so that you can check yourself after attempting them. ### Is WAEC Agriculture the same as Agricultural Science? You may find the subject referred to as Agricultural Science in older WAEC materials. It covers the Agriculture subject being discussed here. ### Does WAEC Agriculture have practical questions? Yes. Practical knowledge is important in Agriculture, so you should prepare with actual specimens and farm materials where possible. ### Do I need to know botanical names? Yes. Important botanical names can be tested, especially in practical and crop-related questions. ### Does Agriculture involve calculations? Yes. Plant population, land area, depreciation, farm accounts and agricultural economics are examples of areas that can involve calculations. ### Should I still practise past questions? Yes. Use the [WAEC Agriculture Past Questions](/waec-agriculture-past-questions/) alongside these fresh practice questions. ### Can I use only likely questions to prepare? No. Use them together with the syllabus, textbooks, class notes, areas of concentration, practical work and past questions. ### Which Agriculture topics should I concentrate on most? Cover the full syllabus, with particular attention to soil, farm tools and machinery, crop production, animal production, agricultural economics, practical Agriculture and calculations. ## Final Note The purpose of [WAEC](https://www.waecnigeria.org/) Agriculture likely questions is to help you discover the topics you truly understand and the ones that still need work. Do not cram the answers. Attempt the questions yourself. If you cannot calculate plant population, revise the calculation and try another example. If you cannot identify common farm tools, spend more time on practical Agriculture. If you keep forgetting botanical names, practise writing them. Use the [WAEC Agriculture Syllabus](/waec-agric-science-syllabus-questions-and-answers/), [Agriculture Areas of Concentration](/waec-agriculture-areas-of-concentration/) and [Agriculture Past Questions](/waec-agriculture-past-questions/) together. The aim is not to predict one exact WAEC paper. The aim is to prepare you well enough to answer Agriculture questions even when the examiner changes the figures, examples or wording.