The JAMB Syllabus for Agricultural Science 2026/2027 certainly come in as one of the most valuable tools available online for candidates to use in preparation for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination. It is designed as a curriculum blueprint, directing students toward the exact themes, concepts, and competencies that will be assessed in the exam.
However, we have noticed that many students read widely without structure, but success in Agricultural Science depends on knowing what the exam body focuses on and how each aspect of the subject is expected to be understood. The syllabus which we will be providing here provides both clarity and direction.
What is the Agricultural Science Syllabus?
The Agricultural Science syllabus for JAMB is an official document that outlines the learning objectives, focus areas, and competencies candidates are expected to acquire before the examination. It summarises the essential aspects of agriculture that every student must understand, including core scientific principles, crop and animal production systems, soil science, mechanisation, environmental factors, and basic agricultural economics.
JAMB Syllabus for Agricultural Science Contents
The syllabus is divided into five sections as given below:
- General Agriculture
- Agronomy
- Animal Production
- Agricultural Economics and Extension
- Agricultural Technology
| S/N | TOPICS/CONTENTS/NOTES | OBJECTIVES |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Meaning and Scope of Agriculture (General Agriculture) a. Definition of Agriculture b. Branches of Agriculture c. Types of Agriculture i.e subsistence and commercial | Candidates should be able to: a) use the definition of Agriculture in modern terms as it relates to production, processing and marketing. b) differentiate between the various branches of Agriculture c) differentiate between the various types of Agriculture, their advantages and disadvantages and their respective problems |
| 2 | Importance of Agriculture (General Agriculture) a. Provision of raw material for agro-allied industries b. Provision of employment c. Development of rural area, etc. | Candidates should be able to: a) relate agricultural benefits to individual farmers. b) relate agro-allied industries to their respective raw materials. c) relate the various contributions of Agriculture to economic development in West Africa. |
| 3 | Agricultural Ecology (General Agriculture) a. Ecological zones of West Africa b. Agricultural products of each ecological zone c. Environmental factors and their effects on crop and livestock production | Candidates should be able to: a) differentiate between the features of the ecological zones in west Africa b) classify agricultural products according to each ecological zone c) Differentiate abiotic from biotic factors affecting agricultural production |
| 4 | Agricultural Genetic (General Agriculture) a. First and second laws of Mendel b. Cell Division c. Terminologies e.g, locus alleles, geneotype, dominance d. Methods of crop improvement e.g. introduction, selection, crossing, quarantine etc. e. Methods of animal improvement e.g. introduction, breeding, quarantine and selection: Breeding systems- inbreeding, line-breeding, cross-breeding, artificial insemination | Candidates should be able to; a) Apply the first and second laws of mendel to genetics b) Differentiate between the types of cell division. c) i. Determine the outcome of genetic crossing involving homozygous and heterozygous traits ii. Compute simple probability ratios d) i. give reasons for crop improvement. ii. distinguish between various methods of crop improvement, and their respective advantages and disadvantages. e) i. give reasons for animal improvement. ii. differentiate between the various methods of animal improvement, and their respective advantages and disadvantages. |
| 5 | Farm Inputs (General Agriculture) a) e.g. planting materials, agrochemicals, etc | Candidates should be able to: a) classify different types of farm inputs and their uses. |
| 6 | History of Agricultural Development in West Africa (General Agriculture) a. Agricultural systems e.g. shifting cultivation, bush fallowing, etc. b. Problems of Agricultural development e.g. land tenure systems, inadequate infrastructures, inadequate finance for agriculture, environmental degradation, etc. c. Establishment of national research institutes e.g. NCRI, IAR, IAR&T, CRIN, NIFOR, FRIN, RI, NRCRI, NIHORT, LCRI, etc. and international research institutes e.g. IITA, ILRI, ICRISAT, WARDA, etc., leading to increased application of science to the development of agriculture. d. Agricultural Development Projects (ADPs) e.g. RTEP, FADAMA etc. e. National Agricultural Programmes such as OFN, NAFPP, NALDA, Green Revolution, NCRPs, NARP, Project Coordinating Unit (PCU) etc. | Candidates should be able to: a. compare various agricultural systems. b. identify the problems, their effects and proffer solutions. c. i. trace the history of research institutes from past to present. ii. assess their role in the development of agriculture. d. give reasons for the establishment of ADPs. e. evaluate the contributions of national agricultural programmes. |
| 7 | Roles of Government and NGOs in Agricultural Development (General Agriculture) a. Development of fiscal policies favourable to agricultural production e.g. import duties, ban on importation, e.t.c. b. Agricultural laws and reforms e.g. Land Use Act. c. Government programmes aimed at agricultural development e.g. subsidies, credit facilities, e.t.c. d. Provision of infrastructures e.g. transport systems, communication systems, e.t.c. e. Contribution of NGOs to agricultural development | Candidates should be able to: a. evaluate the effects of government policies on agricultural development. b. identify agricultural laws and their effect on agricultural production ci. identify the various agricultural incentives provided by the government. ii. assess their effects on agricultural development. d. compare the various infrastructural facilities provided by government and their uses. e. examine the roles of NGOs in the development of agriculture |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Does JAMB change the Agricultural Science syllabus every year
A: Not necessarily. The core content remains stable, though minor adjustments may occur to reflect modern agricultural practices or educational standards.
Q: Is the syllabus enough to pass the Agricultural Science exam
A: Yes. The syllabus outlines all required topics. When combined with textbooks and past questions, it becomes more than sufficient for a high score.
Q: Do I need practical farming experience to understand the syllabus
A: No. The syllabus only requires theoretical understanding of practical processes. Good reading and diagram interpretation will prepare you adequately.
Q: Which areas of the syllabus produce the most exam questions
A: Soil science, crop production, animal husbandry, agricultural economics, and farm tools typically generate a significant number of questions.
Q: Are calculations included in Agricultural Science for JAMB
A: Yes. Basic economic calculations such as profit, loss, cost of production, and simple budgeting can appear. They are straightforward if you understand the principles.
Q: Can I rely on past questions alone
A: Past questions help but are not enough on their own. The syllabus ensures all learning areas are covered, including topics that may not appear frequently.
Q: Does JAMB provide recommended textbooks for Agricultural Science
A: JAMB publishes a list of approved textbooks, but any standard senior secondary Agricultural Science textbook covers the required syllabus content well.
Q: How long does it take to complete the syllabus before the exam
A: This depends on your study schedule. With consistent daily study, most students complete the syllabus within four to six weeks and use the remaining time for revision and practice.
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