Welcome to the world of agriculture, where the cultivation of knowledge nurtures the growth of sustainable practices. This Grade 11 Agriculture textbook is your gateway to understanding the vital role of agriculture in Ethiopia’s economy and livelihood. Before we delve into the contents, let’s acknowledge the brilliant minds behind this educational resource:
Writers:
- Seid Ali (MSc)
- Shimelis Gizachew (PhD)
Editors:
- Bimrew Asmare (PhD) (Content Editor)
- Fetene Regassa (PhD) (Curriculum and Instruction Editor)
- Tamene Kitila (PhD) (Language Editor)
Illustrator:
- Yonas Azene (MSc)
Designer:
- Ephrem Alamrew (MSc)
Reviewers:
- Taye Tolemariam (Professor, PhD)
- Teramage Tesfaye (PhD)
Evaluators:
- Daniel Taddesse (PhD)
- Serawit Handiso (PhD)
Table of Contents
This comprehensive Grade 11 Agriculture textbook covers a wide range of topics to foster your understanding of the subject and the importance of agriculture in Ethiopia. Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll explore within its pages:
Unit 1: Introduction to Crop Production
- Definition of Common Terms in Crop Production
- The Origin of Domesticated Crops
- Status of Crop Production
- Classification of Crop Plants
- Cropping Systems
- Indigenous Knowledge in Crop Production
Unit 2: Cereal and Pulse Crop Production
- Cereal Crop Production and Management
- Pulse Crop Production and Management
Unit 3: Oil, Fiber, and Sugar Crop Production
- Oil Crop Production and Management
- Fiber Crop Production and Management
- Sugar Crop Production and Management
Unit 4: Farm Animal Production
- Farm Animal Species
- Importance of Animal Production
- Constraints in Animal Production and Mitigation Strategies
- Animal Production Systems
Unit 5: Feed Resources and Animal Nutrition
- Feed Resources in Ethiopia
- Classification of Feed Resources
- Nutrient Requirement of Farm Animals
- Feed Formulation Practices
- Feed Conservation and Compound Feed Manufacturing
Unit 6: Animal Genetics, Breeding, and Health
- Introduction to Animal Genetics and Breeding
- Breed Improvement Methods
- Farm Animal Reproductive Technologies
- Animal Identification and Record Keeping
Unit 7: Farm Animal Housing
- Significance of Farm Animal Housing
- Types of Farm Animal Housing
- Guidelines for Site Selection and House Construction
Unit 8: Animal Health and Disease Control
- Introduction to Animal Health and Disease Control
- Major Diseases of Farm Animals
- Internal and External Parasites of Farm Animals
- Effects of Diseases and Parasites in Animal Production
- Prevention and Control of Common Farm Animal Diseases
Unit 9: Dairy Cattle Production and Management
- Introduction to Dairy Cattle Production and Management
- Dairy Cattle Breeds and Their Selection
- Feeding Management of Dairy Cattle
- Milk Production and Processing
- Dairy Cattle Housing Management
- Major Diseases of Dairy Cattle and Their Control Methods
- Profitability in Dairy Business
Unit 10: Natural Resources and Environmental Management
- Concepts of Natural Resource Use
- Soil Management
- Agricultural Water Management
- Forest and Wildlife Management
- Environmental Management
- Indigenous Knowledge Applicable in Natural Resource Management Practices
Unit 11: Biodiversity and Conservation
- What Is Biodiversity?
- The Scope of Biodiversity
- Values and Services of Biodiversity
- Threats to Biodiversity
- Biodiversity Conservation and Its Status in Ethiopia
Unit 12: Climate Change and Mitigation
- Definition of Climate Change and Its Variability
- Climate Change and Its Effects
- Climate Change Mitigation Strategies
- Overview of Climate Change Adaptation Strategies in Ethiopia
- Indigenous Knowledge in Climate Change Mitigation Strategies
Unit 13: Mechanized Farming and Tools
- Introduction to Mechanized Farming
- Types of Farm Tools and Equipment
- Uses of Some Farm Tools and Equipment
Unit 14: Human Nutrition and Agriculture
- Definition of Basic Terms in Human Nutrition
- Nutrients and Their Functions
- Food Groups and Their Sources
- Food and Nutrition Security
- Agriculture-Nutrition Linkage and Nutrition-Sensitive Agriculture
- Malnutrition and Its Causes in Ethiopia
Unit 15: Nutrition-Sensitive Agriculture
- Importance of Diversified Food Production
- Dietary Diversification Strategies
- Nutrient Enrichment Strategies
- Indigenous Knowledge in Nutrition-Sensitive Agriculture
Download the Grade 11 Agriculture Textbook
To embark on a comprehensive exploration of agriculture’s significance and sustainable practices in Ethiopia, click here to download the Grade 11 Agriculture textbook in PDF format.
This textbook doesn’t just provide knowledge; it sows the seeds of agricultural wisdom and sustainable practices for a brighter future. Happy learning!
