Question 1

What is a characteristic of continental breeds?

Accepted Answer

They have high growth rates.

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They finish at lower live weights.

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They have low growth rates.

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They are early maturing.

Question 2

What does 'conformation' refer to in beef cattle?

Accepted Answer

The shape of the animal’s carcass and muscle development.

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The amount of milk produced by the dam.

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The breed type of the calf.

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The overall health of the animal.

Question 3

What is the ideal fat cover rating for beef animals?

Accepted Answer

3

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2

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5

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1

Question 4

What tends to be true about the growth rates of suckler calves?

Accepted Answer

They tend to be greater due to milk consumption from the dam.

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They grow more slowly on grass.

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They do not consume milk from the dam.

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They are lower than other types of calves.

Question 5

What is the ideal reproductive efficiency output for cows?

Accepted Answer

To produce one calf per cow per year.

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To produce one calf every two years.

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To produce two calves per cow per year.

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To produce no calves per year.

Question 6

What is a calving interval?

Accepted Answer

The time between calvings, ideally close to 365 days.

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The weight of the calf at birth.

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The feeding schedule during lactation.

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The age of the cow.

Question 7

Which grazing method is mentioned in the source text?

Accepted Answer

Rotational grazing.

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Selective grazing.

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No grazing.

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Continuous grazing.

Question 8

What is 'compensatory growth'?

Accepted Answer

Higher live weight gain after a period of restricted feeding.

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No effect on weight gain.

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Uniform growth regardless of nutrition.

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Slow growth due to excess feeding.

Question 9

What is the target daily live weight gain (DLG) for a yearling in a suckler beef system?

Accepted Answer

0.92 kg/day to 1 kg/day.

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0.5 kg/day

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2 kg/day

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1.5 kg/day

Question 10

What type of silage is mentioned as beneficial for cattle feeding?

Accepted Answer

High DMD silage (72%).

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Hay with low DMD.

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No silage.

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Low quality silage.

Question 11

What percentage of DMD is considered poor quality silage?

Accepted Answer

62% DMD

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50% DMD

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72% DMD

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80% DMD

Question 12

What is the target daily live weight gain for cattle in Year 1?

Accepted Answer

0.6 kg/day

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0.4 kg/day

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1.0 kg/day

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0.8 kg/day

Question 13

What happens if the silage quality is poor in Year 2?

Accepted Answer

Cattle will need to be fed concentrates ad lib.

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Cattle will gain weight faster.

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Cattle will require less grazing.

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Cattle will not need any concentrates.

Question 14

How do increased feed costs affect profitability?

Accepted Answer

They reduce profitability.

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They stabilize profitability.

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They have no effect on profitability.

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They increase profitability.

Question 15

What is the recommended DMD for good quality silage?

Accepted Answer

72% DMD or greater

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70% DMD

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62% DMD

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75% DMD

Question 16

What type of diet helps to reduce costs and increase profitability?

Accepted Answer

A grass-based diet.

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A mixed diet

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A grain-based diet

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A hay-based diet

Question 17

What is the consequence of feeding poor quality silage to cattle?

Accepted Answer

It will require additional concentrates.

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Cattle will thrive without concentrates.

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It will improve silage quality.

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No additional feed is necessary.

Question 18

Why do farmers need to monitor the quality of silage?

Accepted Answer

To maximize weight gain and profitability.

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To comply with regulations.

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To ensure cattle live outdoors.

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To reduce the number of cattle fed.

Question 19

Which type of calf generally has higher growth rates?

Accepted Answer

Beef breeds

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Dairy breeds

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Crossbred breeds

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Mixed breeds

Question 20

Who is primarily responsible for rearing and feeding the suckler calf?

Accepted Answer

The suckler dam

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Farm workers

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Dairy farmers

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Artificial feeders

Question 21

What is a common practice to improve the genetic merit of a suckler herd?

Accepted Answer

Buying calves on a yearly basis

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Feeding them specialized diets

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Crossbreeding with dairy cattle

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Using artificial insemination

Question 22

What is a disadvantage of dairy breeds compared to beef breeds in terms of slaughter?

Accepted Answer

Lower kill out percentage

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Longer time to maturity

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Lower meat quality

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Higher feed costs

Question 23

What is one advantage of suckler beef cattle?

Accepted Answer

Higher proportion of high value cuts

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Lower fat content

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Easier to manage

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Faster growth rate

Question 24

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of suckler beef production?

Accepted Answer

Long-term artificial rearing

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Better carcase grades

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Higher growth rates

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Natural rearing by the dam

Question 25

What is a significant outcome of raising suckler beef calves?

Accepted Answer

Better carcase quality

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Increased labor costs

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Lower pricing in markets

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Higher feed requirements

Question 26

Why is genetic merit important in suckler beef herds?

Accepted Answer

It improves both maternal and terminal traits

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It makes calves easier to handle

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It increases milk production

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It reduces feed costs

Question 27

What type of breeds are primarily used in suckler systems?

Accepted Answer

Using beef breeds or beef cross breeds.

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Using dairy breeds

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Using poultry breeds

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Using mixed breeds

Question 28

What index is recommended for breeding replacement heifers and calves?

Accepted Answer

ICBF Euro-Star Indexes.

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ICBF Star-Index

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Global Beef Index

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Euro-Breeding Index

Question 29

What is the preferred carcase weight range for finishing beef cattle?

Accepted Answer

280–400 kg.

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300–350 kg

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200–250 kg

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400–450 kg

Question 30

What type of diet is important for finishing cattle in suckler systems?

Accepted Answer

Grass-based diet.

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Grain-based diet

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Soybean-based diet

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Corn-based diet

Question 31

What is a guideline regarding the age of cattle at slaughter in suckler systems?

Accepted Answer

Finished for slaughter at less than 30 months old.

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Finished for slaughter at 32 months old

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Finished for slaughter at 25 months old

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Finished for slaughter at 36 months old

Question 32

What is the benefit of using beef cross breeds in suckler systems?

Accepted Answer

Improved genetic diversity and hybrid vigor.

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Decreased meat quality

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Higher maintenance costs

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Reduced feed conversion

Question 33

In terms of age management, what is a notable strategy for suckler herds?

Accepted Answer

Ensuring cattle are finished before 30 months of age.

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Finishing cattle at 20 months

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Delaying slaughter until 42 months

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Slaughtering only mature bulls

Question 34

What is the main purpose of the replacement index in animal breeding?

Accepted Answer

To focus on maternal traits

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To reduce farm size

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To increase meat quality

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To enhance genetic diversity

Question 35

Which index focuses on traits like weight gains and carcase quality?

Accepted Answer

Terminal index

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Suckler index

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Genetic index

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Replacement index

Question 36

What is one of the benefits of grass-based beef production?

Accepted Answer

Lower carbon footprint

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Higher feed costs

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Increased water usage

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Less variety in meat flavor

Question 37

What impact does improved fertility have on a suckler herd?

Accepted Answer

Improves breeding efficiency

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Decreases the herd size

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Reduces milk production

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Increases feed costs

Question 38

Why is meat from grass-fed cattle noted for having a distinct flavor?

Accepted Answer

Diet of grass

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Feed additives

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Method of slaughter

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Age of the cattle

Question 39

How do grass-based systems impact sustainability in farming?

Accepted Answer

They are more sustainable

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They lead to soil depletion

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They require more resources

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They increase greenhouse gases

Question 40

What can lead to increased feed costs for a beef-rearing farmer?

Accepted Answer

Poor silage quality

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Low cattle prices

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High land prices

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Increased labor availability

Question 41

What is a significant economic factor affecting cattle prices?

Accepted Answer

Volatility of cattle prices

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Standard labor costs

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Uniform pricing across regions

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Stability of feed prices

Question 42

To which market is the price of beef in Ireland closely linked?

Accepted Answer

The EU market

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The American market

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The African market

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The Asian market

Question 43

What recent event may change export markets for Irish beef?

Accepted Answer

Brexit

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Increased domestic demand

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New trade agreements

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Rising import tariffs

Question 44

What can negatively impact the export of Irish beef?

Accepted Answer

Tariffs placed on Irish beef

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Lower production costs

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Improved international relations

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Increased consumer demand

Question 45

What is the primary goal of the Sustainable Beef and Lamb assurance scheme operated by Bord Bia?

Accepted Answer

To minimise the amount of resources used by enhancing environmental performance

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To promote beef and lamb sales

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To increase livestock production

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To maximize resource consumption

Question 46

Which of the following is NOT a recommendation given to farmers by the scheme?

Accepted Answer

Planting corn instead of clover

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Improving water conservation

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Extending the grazing season

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Including clover in grassland

Question 47

How does including clover in grassland benefit farmers according to the recommendations?

Accepted Answer

It helps reduce fertiliser application

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It increases the yield of grass

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It minimizes grazing time for livestock

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It requires more water usage

Question 48

One of the recommendations includes improving what aspect of farm management?

Accepted Answer

Water conservation

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Livestock health

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Soil erosion

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Feed quality

Question 49

One way to reduce the carbon footprint mentioned in the recommendations is to extend what?

Accepted Answer

The grazing season

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The feeding periods

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The livestock variety

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The farming area

Question 50

What is one of the key focuses of the recommendations given to farmers?

Accepted Answer

Reducing their carbon footprint

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Increasing livestock variety

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Maximizing fertilizer application

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Enhancing animal size

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