1.
Case Study:
A local dairy farmer, Mr. Sharma, wants to expand his dairy business by
producing and selling curd. He has the necessary raw materials (fresh milk
and culture), but he is unsure of the exact process to prepare curd and
ensure good quality.
Questions:
1. What is the basic process involved in preparing curd from milk?
2. How can Mr. Sharma ensure the curd produced is of high quality?
3. What are the benefits of homemade curd over commercially available
curd?
4. What factors can affect the texture and taste of curd during preparation?
2. Case Study:
An aspiring cheesemaker, Rina, wants to prepare paneer (Indian cottage
cheese) and cheddar cheese at her home. She has read that the
preparation methods differ for each type of cheese, and she is keen to learn
about the right procedures for each.
Questions:
1. What is the process for preparing paneer at home?
2. How is cheddar cheese different from paneer, and what are the basic
steps involved in its preparation?
3. How can Rina improve the shelf life of her homemade cheeses?
4. What are the potential challenges in cheese preparation, and how can she
address them?
3. Case Study:
A bakery owner, Mr. Raj, wants to start producing whole wheat bread
and white bread . He has the basic ingredients, but he is concerned
about achieving the right texture, taste, and volume of the bread.
Questions:
1. What are the basic ingredients and steps involved in bread making?
2. What chemical reaction was going in during the process of dough
proofing ?
3. How can Mr. Raj improve the texture and volume of his bread?
4. What are common problems faced in bread production, and how can they
be avoided?
4. Case Study:
A farmer, Mr. Patel, wants to start cultivating button mushrooms on his
farm. He has heard about the benefits of growing mushrooms but is
uncertain about the best practices and common challenges.
Questions:
1. What are the basic steps involved in mushroom cultivation ?
2. What type of environment is ideal for growing button mushrooms ?
3. How can Mr. Patel ensure a healthy yield of mushrooms?
4. What are common issues in mushroom cultivation, and how can they be
managed?
5. Case Study:
A multi purpose farm is being developed by a cooperative, which plans to
cultivate both food crops (like rice and vegetables) and cash crops
(like cotton). The cooperative also wants to start pisiculture (fish
farming) and has allocated a pond for the project.
Questions:
1. What are the key differences between food crops and cash
crops ?
2. What are some common examples of food crops and cash crops
grown in India?
3. What are the basic principles of pisiculture ?
4. How can the cooperative ensure sustainability in their farming practices
across these sectors?
6. Case Study:
A farmer, Mr. Raghav, wants to expand his dairy and poultry business. He is
planning to purchase milch cows , establish a poultry farm , and
begin goat and sheep rearing . He seeks advice on the best practices for
managing these animals.
Questions:
[Link] are the best practices for milch cow management to maximize
milk production? Give example of milch animal and dual purpose animal.
2. How can Mr. Raghav improve the efficiency of his poultry farm ?
3. What are the key considerations in goat and sheep rearing for meat
and wool production?
4. How can Mr. Raghav ensure the health and well being of his animals?
7. Case Study Question:
You are working as a livestock consultant for a dairy farm located in a region
with hot climatic conditions. The farm owner wants to improve milk
production and breed resistance to local diseases. After researching various
breeds, you recommend Sahiwal cattle.
a. What are the key characteristics of Sahiwal cattle that make them
suitable for this farm’s location and purpose?
b. Discuss the challenges the farm might face in transitioning to
Sahiwal cattle and suggest strategies to overcome them.
c. How would you assess the economic feasibility of introducing
Sahiwal cattle for higher milk yield compared to the current breed being used
on the farm?
8. Case Study Question:
A dairy farm located in a temperate climate is considering introducing Jersey
cattle into its herd to improve milk quality and profitability.
a. What are the advantages and disadvantages of introducing Jersey
cattle to this farm, considering the local environment and the farm’s needs?
b. The farm is also interested in increasing the genetic diversity of its
herd. What breeding strategies would you recommend to achieve this while
maintaining or improving milk quality?
c. Discuss the potential challenges of managing Jersey cattle,
particularly in terms of feed, health, and handling, and suggest solutions.
9. Case Study Question:
You are tasked with advising a new poultry farm owner who is considering
starting either a broiler or layer operation.
a. Describe the main characteristics of broiler chickens versus layer
chickens, and explain which breed would be best suited for a farm that is
interested in producing high quality meat or eggs.
b. Given that the farm is located in an area with high temperatures,
what additional management practices would you suggest for both broiler
and layer operations to optimize productivity and health?
c. The farm owner is concerned about the costs of feed. What are the
most cost effective feeding strategies you would recommend for broilers and
layers, considering both short term and long term costs?
10. Case Study Question:
A country that recently adopted Green Revolution technologies (high yielding
varieties of rice and wheat, chemical fertilizers, and irrigation) is
experiencing both significant increases in production and several
environmental concerns.
a. What were the main technologies involved in the Green Revolution,
and how did they contribute to increased food production in this country?
b. Identify the environmental challenges that this country is now facing
as a result of the Green Revolution, and propose strategies to mitigate them.
c. The country is considering shifting towards more sustainable
farming practices. How would you integrate the successes of the Green
Revolution with new technologies like precision farming or agroecology?
11. Case Study Question:
A cooperative dairy farm in India has recently joined a larger dairy
cooperative as part of the White Revolution. The cooperative wants to
increase milk production while ensuring that the local farmers benefit from
the increased demand.
a. Explain the key features of the White Revolution that helped
increase milk production in India. How could these principles be applied to
other dairy producing countries?
b. As part of the cooperative, the farm is now required to adopt
modern dairy practices. What are the key changes the farm will need to
implement to meet the cooperative’s standards, and how might these affect
the local farming community?
12. Case Study Question:
A group of farmers in a region with a strong demand for organic products is
considering converting their conventional farms to organic farming practices.
They are particularly interested in maintaining soil health, reducing chemical
inputs, and enhancing marketability.
a. What are the key benefits and challenges of transitioning from
conventional to organic farming for these farmers? Include considerations
regarding soil health, pest management, and yield.
b. How would you assist the farmers in obtaining organic certification?
What steps are involved in meeting the required standards, and how would
you address any challenges they might face during this process?
c. Given that organic products tend to have higher market prices, what
strategies would you recommend for these farmers to ensure profitability
while maintaining sustainability?
