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Forage Exam 2
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1What time of year, seeding rate, and depth should Arrowleaf clover be planted?
- AAutumn
- B5-10 lbs/acre
- C0-1/2 inches
- D1-3 inches
- E90-120 lbs/acre
- FE33arly Spring
2What time of year, seeding rate, and depth should Bermuda-grass Sprigs be planted at?
- AEarly Spring
- BAutumn
- C20 or more bushels/acre
- D15-20 lbs/acre
- E1-3 inches
- F1/4-1/2 inches
3What time of year, seeding rate, and depth should Crimson clover be planted at?
- AAutumn
- BEarly Spring
- C20-30 lbs/acre
- D15-20 lbs/acre
- E1/4 - 1/2 inches
- F1-2 inches
4What time of year, seeding rate, and depth should Oats, Rye, and Wheat be planted?
- AAutumn
- BEarly Spring
- C90-120 lbs/acre
- D20-30 lbs/ acre
- E1-2 inches
- F1/4 - 1/2 inches
5What time of year, seeding rate, and depth should Tall Fescue be planted?
- AAutumn
- BEarly Spring in zones C and D
- C15-20 lbs/acre
- D5-10 lbs/acre
- E1/4 - 1/2 inches
- F1-2 inches
6What time of year, seeding rate, and depth should Ryegrass be planted at?
- AAutumn
- BEarly Spring
- C20-30 lbs/ acre
- D15-20 lbs/acre
- E0-1/2 inches
- F1-3 inches
7What is the definition of Germination (Germ)?
- AThe % of seed that is capable of producing healthy plants when placed in a suitable environment
- BThe % of seed that is of the variety and species
- CThe % of seed that is of some other crop seed
- DThe % of seed that is of weed species
8[blank_start]Pure Seed[blank_end] (purity) is the % of seed that is of the variety and species of the label.
- APure Seed
9What is the % of seed that is of some other crop seed?
- AOther crop seed
- BPure seed
- CWeed seed
- DGermination
10What is Weed Seed?
- A% of seed that is ofweed species
- B% of seed that is of the variety and species on the label
- C% of seed that is of some other crop seed
- D% of seed that is viable
11[blank_start]Inert matter[blank_end] is the % of sticks, stems, broken seed, sand, or other such material mixed with the seed.
- AInert matter
12What is the % of seed that is viable but that will not germinate immediately due to a hard or waxy coat?
- AHard seed
- BPure seed
- CWeed seed
- DOther crop seed
13The [blank_start]higher[blank_end] the initial variability of seed, the [blank_start]higher[blank_end] variability is likely to be after storage.
- Ahigher
- Bhigher
14What is the optimum moisture percentage for long-term storage?
- A13%
- B6-8%
- C10%
- D3%
15Even with optimum storage conditions, viability will [blank_start]decline[blank_end] as length of storage increases.
- Adecline
16Check all that apply to Arrowleaf Clover.
- ALate season winter annual
- BPasture/hay
- CTolerant of soil acidity
- DNot tolerant of soil acidity and low fertility
- ENot adapted to wet areas
- FAdapted to wet areas
- GDoes not respond to phosphorous and potassium
17Apache and Yuchi are varieties of [blank_start]Arrowleaf[blank_end] clover.
- AArrowleaf
18Check all that apply to Crimson Clover.
- A2-3 feet in height
- BTolerant of soil acidity
- CNot tolerant of soil acidity
- DPasture/hay/green manure/beautification
- EProduces more forage at lower temps. compared to other clovers
- FHay use only
19Dixie, Tibbee, Chief, and AU Robin are examples of [blank_start]Crimson[blank_end] clover.
- ACrimson
20Check all Cool Season Annual Legumes.
- ABall clover
- BRose clover
- CBahiagrass
- DPearl Millet
- EHop clover
- FVetch
21What are the 3 major nutrients?
- ANitrogen
- BPhosphorous
- CPotassium
- DCalcium
- EZinc
- FBoron
22Where can Nitrogen come from?
- ABreakdown of soil organic matter, plant and animal residue
- BManufactured nitrogen fertilizer
- CLegumes
- DLeaching
- EVolitilization
- FDenitrification
23How can Nitrogen be lost?
- ALeaching
- BDenitrification
- CVolitilization
- DFertilizer
- EThrough soil organic matter, plant and animal residue
- FLegumes
24[blank_start]Phosphorous[blank_end] helps plants manufacture food by using [blank_start]sunlight[blank_end] as a source of energy.
- APhosphorous
- Bsunlight
25Which nutrient id needed by plants in relatively large amounts?
- APotassium
- BNitrogen
- CPhosphorous
26What are the 3 secondary nutrients?
- ACalcium
- BMagnesium
- CSulfur
- DBoron
- EZinc
- FIron
27Soil [blank_start]liming[blank_end] should meet Calcium requirements.
- Aliming
28What are the micro-nutrients?
- AMn
- BFe
- CCu
- DMo
- ECl
- FZn
- GNi
- HB
- IMg
- JCa
29Complete fertilizers contain [blank_start]N[blank_end],[blank_start]P[blank_end],and [blank_start]K[blank_end].
- AN
- BP
- CK
30What is the most common livestock manure used in the southeast?
- ABroiler litter
- BCow manure
- CHorse manure
- DHog manure
31Which pH is neutral?
- A7.0
- B7.8
- C3.5
- D5.4
32If the soil pH is below 7.0 what is it?
- AAcidic
- BBasic
33If the soil pH is above 7.0 what is it?
- AAcidic
- BBasic
34What pH do most forage crops do well with?
- A5.8-6.5
- B3.2-5.2
- C4.5-5.5
- D6.6-7.8
35Most soils in the south tend to be more [blank_start]acidic[blank_end].
- Aacidic
36If lime is applied what happens to the soil pH?
- ALowers
- BRaises
- CStays the same
- DLiming has no effect on the soil pH
37Cultivated fields should have lime...
- ATilled into plow layer
- BSurface application
38Surface application of lime is ok with what type of field?
- APerennial sod
- BCultivated field
39Check all that apply for Non-intensive grazing.
- ARecycled in pasture greatly affected by grazing mgmt
- B30% of forage used
- C75% of forage used
- D95% of forage used
- EHigh traffic areas
- FDistribution of nutrients recycled more uniform
40What are some examples of high traffic areas?
- AWater trough
- BMineral matter
- CHay/feed area
- DHolding area/gates
- EShaded areas
41Check all that apply to High stocking rates/ rotational grazing.
- A75% of forage used
- BDistribution of nutrients recycled more uniform
- C30% of forage used
- D95% of forage used
42What type of grazing has a 95% of forage used rate?
- AMob grazing
- BRotational grazing
- CConstant grazing
43If spring crops are planted to late what can happen?
- AExcessive weed competition
- BDrought in seedlings
- CCold damage
44Cold damage is the result if a spring crop is planted to [blank_start]early[blank_end].
- Aearly
45What happens if a fall crop is planted to late?
- AWinter-kill
- BHeat stress
- CWeed competition
46[blank_start]Heat stress[blank_end] is the result if a fall crop is planted to early.
- AHeat stress
47What is the ideal seeding technique for alfalfas and clovers?
- ACultipacker seeder
- BGrain drill
48What is the ideal seeding technique for small grains and vetch?
- AGrain drill
- BCultipacker seeder
49[blank_start]Weather[blank_end] please a big role in proper time to plant.
- AWeather
50Time of planting depends on [blank_start]location[blank_end].
- Alocation
51What is recommended for highly acidic fields?
- AApply 1/2 of recommended lime several months in advance
- BTill the lime in
- CApply the remainder
52Amount of Source X Nutrient Content = [blank_start]Amount of Nutrient[blank_end]
- AAmount of Nutrient
53How much Nitrogen should be applied near planting time?
- A20-30 units
- B40-50 units
- C10-20 units
- D5-15 units
54What nutrients are good for young root development?
- APhosphorous
- BPotassium
- CNitrogen
- DZinc
- ECalcium
55Robust roots are essential to what?
- AYield potential
- BStand longevity
- CSoil fertility
- DSoil acidity
- ESoil pH
56[blank_start]Inoculant[blank_end] must be purchased with non-inoculant legume seed.
- AInoculant
57What are some seed considerations that must be considered?
- AUse good quality seed
- BCheck variety tests to find appropriate variety
- CPurchase inoculant with non-inoculant legume seed
- DUse appropriate seeding rate
58Seeding rate can vary based on...
- ASeed quality
- BSeedbed preparation
- CMethod of planting
- DTime of year
- EHow much weed seed is mixed
59Age, and germination rate are examples of what?
- ASeed quality
- BSeedbed preparation
- CMethod of planting
60If I am using a drill to plant seed what can I do?
- AGo 20% lower than guidelines
- BApply higher amounts than guidelines
- CLower amounts than guidelines
61If I am applying seed by Aerial what is recommended?
- AUse higher amounts than guidelines
- BUse lower amounts than guidelines
- CFollow the guidelines strictly
62When using seed mixtures use [blank_start]1/2[blank_end] to [blank_start]2/3[blank_end] as much seed of each species vs. what used with single species planting.
- A1/2
- B2/3
63When planting mixtures [blank_start]species domination[blank_end] should be taken into account.
- Aspecies domination
64The final seedbed should be [blank_start]firm[blank_end] especially for alfalfas and clovers.
- Afirm
65When evaluating a seedbed sole prints should not be [blank_start]deeper[blank_end] than the sole of your shoe.
- Adeeper
66Seeds with extremely [blank_start]low[blank_end] seeding rates may need to be mixed with sand/inert material to get correct seeding rate with equipment.
- Alow
67The seed should not be planted deeper than?
- A8 times the thickness of the seed
- B5 times the thickness of the seed
- C8 times the height of the seed
- D5 times the height of the seed
68[blank_start]Rhizomes[blank_end] are thick underground horizontal stems that produces roots.
- ARhizomes
69[blank_start]Stolons[blank_end] are horizontal stems above ground that put down roots.
- AStolons
70When should you apply fertilizer?
- AJust prior to final seedbed preparation
- BAfter the final seedbed preparation
- COnce the field in tilled
- DAfter planting
71When can herbicides be applied?
- ABefore planting
- BAt planting
- CAfter emergence of forage
72There are [blank_start]1000[blank_end] sprigs in a bushel of sprigs.
- A1000
73How many sprigs should be used for Perennial Peanuts per acre?
- A80-120
- B20-30
- C50-60
- D150-170
74PLS = ([blank_start]Purity[blank_end] X [blank_start]Germination[blank_end] Rate) / [blank_start]100[blank_end]
- APurity
- BGermination
- C100
75Planting Rate = ([blank_start]Seeding Rate[blank_end] / [blank_start]PLS[blank_end]) X [blank_start]100[blank_end]
- ASeeding Rate
- BPLS
- C100
76[blank_start]16[blank_end] oz = 1 lb.
- A16
77[blank_start]43,560[blank_end] ft^2 = 1 acre
- A43,560
78Total germination and Hard seed is the total % of [blank_start]viable[blank_end] seed, obtained by adding together the [blank_start]germination[blank_end] and the [blank_start]hard seed[blank_end].
- Aviable
- Bgermination
- Chard seed
79What is the weight of Rye per bushel?
- A56 lbs
- B60 lbs
- C32 lbs
- D24 lbs
80Arrowleaf and Crimson clover have a bushel weight of?
- A60 lbs
- B54 lbs
- C25 lbs
- D32 lbs
81Wheat has a bushel weight of?
- A60 lbs
- B34 lbs
- C19 lbs
- D70 lbs
82Oats bushel weight is?
- A32 lbs
- B44 lbs
- C65 lbs
- D25 lbs
83Annual Ryegrass has a bushel weight of?
- A24 lbs
- B42 lbs
- C76 lbs
- D13 lbs
84Tall Fescue has a bushel weight of?
- A25 lbs
- B52 lbs
- C76 lbs
- D16 lbs
85Seed can vary by?
- ASize
- BWeight
- CShape
86[blank_start]Fluffers/tetters[blank_end] help speed up the drying process.
- AFluffers/tetters
87The cutter bar sits on the ground and picks up the grass and pushes it through the conditioner. What form of equipment is described?
- AV rake
- BMower/conditioner
- CFluffer/tetter
- DBaler
88The faster the moisture point is reached the less [blank_start]degradation[blank_end] there will be.
- Adegradation
89A roll bar rake is primarily used on what type of forage?
- AAlfalfa
- BBahiagrass
- CBerumudagrass
- DClover
90The Bermudagrass stem Maggot first appeared in North America what year?
- A2010
- B1999
- C1956
- D2014
91All varieties of bermudagrass as subject to [blank_start]BSM[blank_end].
- ABSM
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