Question

Below is a method of identifying a cow

1. Name the method of identification illustrated above 
2. Name the tool used to carry out the practice
3. From the diagram state the number of the animal 
4. Using the diagram, illustrate how you would identify an animal number 18
5. State any four reasons for carrying out identification of animals. 

Answer 1

1. Ear notching
2. Ear notcher
3. 41
4.  
   
5.  
   1. Allows selection of breeding purposes
   2. Enables culling of low producing animals
   3. Facilitates appropriate treatment of animals
   4. Stolen animals are easily recovered
   5. Enhances good record keeping
   6. Enhance proper feeding