18 Questions
What is the recommended roofing material for a goat barn at a semi-commercial or commercial scale?
Corrugated galvanized iron sheets
Why are wooden slats ideal for flooring in a goat barn?
For easy cleaning of the floor
What is the purpose of providing at least 1.5 m elevation from the ground to the flooring in a goat barn?
To allow ventilation and ease in cleaning
Why is a provision of feed box important in a goat barn at a semi-commercial or commercial scale?
For feed like salt, concentrates, and forage
What is the purpose of a feeding trough in a goat project?
Holding food for the goats to eat
What is the purpose of compacting the underneath area of a goat barn?
To prevent mud formation when urine and feces drain down
Which material is suggested for the roof in a goat house based on the text?
Anahaw leaves
What physiological stage is the kidding and rearing pen in a goat barn allocated for?
Newly-born kids for rearing
What is recommended in terms of roof design for a goat house in the text?
2-3 meters high roof sloping to 1.5 meters behind
Why should uncastrated male goats be separated in the grower pen according to the text?
To avoid untimely breeding
What should be considered when constructing a feeding trough in a goat project?
Size of the trough
Which type of roof design is recommended for a goat house in the text?
Open-roof type (monitor type)
What should serve as the guidelines in the construction of a feeding trough?
Ease in feeding and cleaning
Which type of water containers can be used for drinking water for goats?
Plastic basins, pails, or drums cut into halves
Where should the mineral box for salt licking be placed?
Hanged inside the house
What are movable kid boxes primarily used for?
Providing protection from pneumonia during cooler months
What is the purpose of a fodder rack in a goat shed?
To store hay or fodder above the floor
Why is it necessary to have an isolation/quarantine area in a goat farm?
To control the spread of highly infectious diseases
Test your knowledge on the construction materials used in livestock farming, including roofing materials like leaves and corrugated iron sheets, flooring materials, and other structural components. Learn about the different materials needed for semi-commercial or commercial scale livestock operations.
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