HELE GRADE 5 FIRST TERM EXAMINATION

Poultry animals

Domesticated birds raised for products such as meat and eggs.

Livestock animals

Domesticated animals raised for food, income, or other useful products.

Examples of livestock animals

Swine and small and large ruminants are examples of livestock animals.

Swine

Livestock animals such as pigs that are commonly raised for meat.

Small and large ruminants

Animals that chew cud, such as goats and sheep (small ruminants) and cattle and carabao (large ruminants).

Economic benefits of raising animals

The financial and livelihood advantages gained from raising livestock and poultry.

Financial gain

Earning income by selling animals or animal products such as meat, milk, and eggs.

Employment opportunities

Jobs and livelihood opportunities created through animal raising and related industries.

Food security

Having reliable access to enough safe and nutritious food.

Nutritional accessibility

The ability of people to obtain affordable and nutritious food needed for good health.

Local food production

Producing food within a community or area to help supply local food needs.

Shelter

Providing animals with a safe, suitable place that protects them from weather, danger, and other harmful conditions.

Cleanliness

Keeping animals, their housing, equipment, and surroundings clean to prevent disease and maintain welfare.

Health check

Regularly observing and examining animals to detect illness, injury, or other health problems.

Environment

Providing animals with suitable temperature, space, ventilation, lighting, and surroundings for their needs.

Activities

Providing appropriate movement and activities that support animals’ physical and mental well-being.

Handling and transport

Moving and treating animals carefully and safely to prevent stress and injury.

Keeping records

Recording important information such as animal health, feeding, breeding, treatments, and production.

Biosecurity

Practices that prevent diseases from entering, spreading, or leaving an animal-raising area.

Nutrition

Providing animals with the proper amount and balance of nutrients needed for growth, health, and production.

Grains

Plant-based feeds that provide animals mainly with carbohydrates and energy.

Protein sources

Feeds that provide protein needed for animal growth, body repair, and production.

Soybean

A plant-based protein source commonly used in animal feeds.

Fishmeal

A protein-rich feed ingredient made from processed fish or fish parts.

Canola

A crop whose meal can be used as a protein source in animal feed.

Vitamins and minerals

Nutrients needed in small amounts to support normal growth, body functions, and health.

Calcium

A mineral important for strong bones and teeth and other body functions.

Fat

A concentrated source of energy that also helps with certain body functions and absorption of some vitamins.

Fiber

A component of plant material that supports proper digestion, especially in ruminants.

Water

An essential nutrient needed for hydration, digestion, body functions, growth, and production.

Diligence

Being careful, responsible, and hardworking when caring for animals.

Enthusiasm

Showing eagerness and willingness to perform animal-care tasks.

Creativity

Using new and practical ideas to solve problems and improve animal care.

Connection with nature

Developing appreciation and understanding of nature through caring for animals and the environment.

Learning and skill development

Gaining knowledge and practical skills through animal care and agricultural activities.

Therapeutic benefits

Positive effects on well-being that may come from caring for and interacting with animals.

Self-sufficiency

The ability to meet some of one’s own needs, such as producing food, rather than depending entirely on others.

Social connection

Building relationships and cooperation with other people through shared animal-raising and agricultural activities.

Creative expression

Using creativity to develop ideas, methods, or activities related to animal care and agriculture.

Sustainable food production

Producing food in ways that meet present needs while protecting resources and the environment for the future.

Reduced waste

Minimizing unused materials and making better use of resources and animal by-products.

Fertilizer production

Turning suitable animal manure and organic materials into fertilizer that can provide nutrients to crops.

Biodiversity

The variety of living organisms, including plants, animals, and microorganisms, in an area.

Soil health

The ability of soil to support healthy plants, biological activity, and productive ecosystems.

Energy efficiency

Using less energy to accomplish agricultural tasks while maintaining useful results.

Ecosystem services

Benefits that people receive from natural ecosystems, such as pollination, clean water, nutrient cycling, and soil formation.

Natural fertilizer

Fertilizer made from natural or organic materials such as animal manure, compost, and other decomposed plant or animal matter.

How to get natural fertilizer

Collect organic materials such as animal manure and plant waste, compost or properly decompose them, and use the finished material as fertilizer.

Organic Agriculture Act of 2010

A Philippine law that promotes and supports organic agriculture.

RA 10068

Republic Act No. 10068, also known as the Organic Agriculture Act of 2010.

Local ordinances

Rules and regulations created by local government units that apply within their communities.

DA

Department of Agriculture, the Philippine government agency responsible for promoting agricultural development.

BAI-DA

Bureau of Animal Industry under the Department of Agriculture, responsible for programs concerning animal health, production, and related concerns.

NSPRDC

A government agricultural research and development center involved in research and support related to agriculture and animal production.

Vet office

A veterinary office that provides animal health services, veterinary assistance, and disease-related support.

DENR

Department of Environment and Natural Resources, responsible for protecting and managing the Philippines’ environment and natural resources.

DTI

Department of Trade and Industry, responsible for promoting trade, industry, and business development in the Philippines.

DOLE

Department of Labor and Employment, responsible for labor and employment policies and programs in the Philippines.

DOST

Department of Science and Technology, responsible for promoting science, technology, research, and innovation in the Philippines.

TESDA

Technical Education and Skills Development Authority, which provides and develops technical-vocational education and skills training.

FAO

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, which works internationally to improve agriculture, food security, and nutrition.

Leo Aldueza

A person associated with the animal-care and agriculture learning material.

Albert Dwight Tamayo

A person associated with the animal-care and agriculture learning material.

Chito Suarez

A person associated with the animal-care and agriculture learning material.

Leo Sungk ip

A person associated with the animal-care and agriculture learning material.