Waec Agricultural Science Exam (2025/2026): Full List Of Highly Repeated Topics & Past Questions

Many WAEC candidates think Agricultural Science is simple and leave preparation until the last minute — but to succeed, you must study the right topics. WAEC repeats several Agric topics year after year, just with small changes.

Want to score A1 in WAEC Agric Science? Study the most repeated topics and understand how WAEC frames questions around them.

This guide will help you:

• Focus on highly repeated topics

• Practice real WAEC past questions

• Learn examiners' expectations

• Prepare better for both objective and theory papers

Most Repeated Topics in WAEC Agricultural Science

Here’s a table showing the most common WAEC Agric topics over the past 10 years:

WAEC Agricultural Science Past Questions (Samples)

Here are sample questions from topics that WAEC repeats often:

1. Farm Tools

Question: List four farm tools and state one use for each.
(WAEC June 2022)

Answer:

• Hoe – For weeding

• Cutlass – For clearing bushes

• Spade – For digging soil

• Sickle – For harvesting crops

2. Soil Fertility

Question: Mention three types of soil and state one characteristic of each.
(WAEC June 2021)

Answer:

• Clay – Heavy and sticky when wet

• Sandy – Drains water quickly

• Loamy – Best for farming, rich in humus

3. Crop Production

Question: Describe the cultivation of maize under the following headings: (i) Land preparation, (ii) Sowing, (iii) Fertilizer application.
(WAEC June 2020)

Answer:

• Land Preparation – Clear and plough the land

• Sowing – Plant 2–3 seeds per hole, spacing 75cm apart

• Fertilizer – Apply NPK after 2 weeks of germination

4. Animal Diseases

Question: Name two diseases of cattle and how to control them.
(WAEC June 2023)

Answer:

• Foot and Mouth Disease – Quarantine infected animals

• Trypanosomiasis – Use trypanocidal drugs and control tsetse flies

5. Farm Records

Question: List three types of farm records and state their uses.
(WAEC June 2022)

Answer:

• Input record – Tracks items used

• Production record – Shows quantity of produce

• Sales record – Monitors income and profit

How to Prepare for WAEC Agricultural Science

Here are simple but powerful strategies:

1. Study past questions by topic

2. Use labeled diagrams for tools, animals, and soil profiles

3. Memorize definitions and examples

4. Practice practicals (especially farm tools and animals)

5. Create flashcards for pest/disease types and controls

6. Join a study group for discussions and quiz practice

7. Focus on objective and theory equally

WAEC Grading for Agricultural Science

Always include diagrams and correct spellings — WAEC awards marks for presentation.

WAEC Agric Science – Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can WAEC repeat Agric questions word-for-word?
Not exactly, but they often repeat same topics and question style.

Q: How important is practical agriculture?
Very important. You must practice tools identification, diagrams, and uses.

Q: Will I be given real farm tools in WAEC exam?
No. You’ll see pictures or drawings and be asked to identify them.

Q: Should I focus more on theory or objectives?
Balance both. But ensure your objective paper is strong — it's often the deciding factor.

Final Thoughts

WAEC Agricultural Science is highly predictable. Instead of wasting time reading everything randomly, do this:

Focus on most repeated topics. Master past questions. Use labeled diagrams.

This method will help you move from D7 or C6 to A1 or B3. Preparation doesn’t have to be hard — just smart.