JSS2 Second Term Agricultural Science Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
Week 1: Introduction to Second Term Topics
Overview of upcoming lessons
Recap of key concepts from the first term
Week 2: Soil Conservation Techniques
Erosion control methods
Terracing and contour plowing
Importance of soil conservation
Week 3: Plant Propagation
Seed germination
Asexual propagation techniques
Importance of selecting quality planting materials
Week 4: Crop Diseases and Pest Management
Identification of common crop diseases
Integrated pest management strategies
Disease prevention and control measures
Week 5: Agricultural Extension Services
Role of extension services in agriculture
Farmer education programs
Access to agricultural information
Week 6: Animal Health and Nutrition
Common livestock diseases
Nutritional requirements for livestock
Balancing animal diets
Week 7: Fisheries and Aquaculture
Basics of fish farming
Types of aquaculture systems
Importance of fisheries in agriculture
Week 8: Agricultural Policies and Regulations
Government policies in agriculture
Compliance with agricultural regulations
Impact of policies on farmers
Week 9: Crop Harvesting and Storage
Harvesting techniques
Post-harvest handling and storage
Prevention of post-harvest losses
Week 10: Sustainable Agriculture Practices
Organic farming methods
Conservation agriculture
Importance of sustainability in agriculture
Week 11: Revision Week
Review of second term topics
Practice exams and discussions
Week 12: Examination Week
Written and practical exams for second term
Assessment of students’ knowledge
Week 13: School Dismissal Week
Summary of the second term’s lessons
Distribution of report cards
Closing ceremonies and end-of-term activities.
