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SUBJECT: Agricultural Science

CLASS: JSS 2

TERM: First Term

WEEK 4

TOPIC: Definition of Fishery

DURATION: 40 minutes

PERIOD: Single/Double

DATE: ……………………

REFERENCE MATERIALS:

Agricultural Science for Junior Secondary Schools Book 2
Lagos State Unified Scheme of Work
Agricultural Science for Nigerian Schools by O.A. Iwena
Charts showing different fish and fishing tools
Fishing net, hooks, traps (if available)

LESSON OBJECTIVES:

By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:

Explain the term fishery
State the importance of fish and fish products
List the uses of fish products
Identify methods of fishing
Identify and describe common fishing tools
Create or demonstrate any simple fishing tools of their choice

PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE:

Students may have seen fish, eaten fish products, or observed local fishermen and fishing tools.

ENTRY BEHAVIOUR:

The teacher presents a smoked fish or picture of a fishpond and asks:

“Have you ever eaten fish before? Where did it come from?”
“Do you know how people catch fish?”

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS:

Real or sample fishing tools (hooks, nets, traps)
Pictures or charts showing fishery practices
Sample fish products: dry fish, fish oil container, fish meal packet
Fishing line and bottle demonstration materials

CONTENT OUTLINE:

Definition of Fishery:

Fishery is the branch of agriculture that deals with the capturing, rearing, and management of fish and other aquatic animals such as shrimp, crab, and snails for human consumption and commercial purposes.

It includes both natural (capture) and artificial (culture) systems of fish production.

Importance of Fish and Fish Products:

Source of Protein: Fish is rich in animal protein, which is essential for body growth and repair.
Economic Value: Provides income for fishermen, fish farmers, and traders.
Foreign Exchange: Export of fish and fish products generates foreign income.
Employment: Creates jobs in fishing, processing, packaging, and marketing.
Health Benefits: Fish contains omega-3 fatty acids which are good for the heart and brain.
Food Security: Increases food availability in communities.

Uses of Fish and Fish Products:

Fish Flesh (Meat): Consumed fresh, dried, smoked, or canned
Fish Oil: Used for cooking, medicines, and supplements
Fish Meal: Ground fish used as feed for poultry and livestock
Fish Skins/Scales: Used in making leather and cosmetic products
Fish Bones: Source of calcium; used in feed and fertilizer
Fish Waste: Used for compost or organic fertilizer

Methods of Fishing:

Fishing methods are grouped into traditional and modern methods.

Traditional Methods:

Hook and Line
Fish Trap (e.g., basket trap)
Cast Net
Drag Net
Spearing or Harpooning
Trapping with calabash or pots

Modern Methods:

Trawling (using trawlers)
Seining (purse seine nets)
Use of mechanical boats and machines
Electrofishing
Use of fish locators or sonar

Fishing Tools:

Hook and line
Fishing net (gill net, drag net)
Fish trap
Canoe and paddle
Fishing spear or harpoon
Fish baskets and containers

Demonstration / Project Task:

Students will either:

Construct a simple fishing hook using a bent pin and thread
Design a small fish trap using sticks, wire, or bottle
Draw and label three traditional fishing tools

LESSON DEVELOPMENT:

Step 1: Introduction (5 mins)

Begin with oral discussion: “What do you know about fish and fishing?”
Display sample fish products and fishing tools.

Step 2: Explanation (15 mins)

Define fishery and explain its relevance in agriculture
Discuss the importance and uses of fish and fish products
Explain the methods and tools used in fishing

Step 3: Group Activity (10 mins)

Divide students into small groups. Each group picks one of the following:
a. Importance of fish
b. Traditional fishing tools
c. Modern fishing methods
Groups present their findings.

Step 4: Summary and Note Taking (5 mins)

The teacher summarizes the key points and ensures students copy their notes.

CLASS ACTIVITY:

Identify five fish products and their uses
Match fishing tools with their methods (e.g., Hook → Hook and Line)

EVALUATION/ASSESSMENT:

What is fishery?
State four reasons why fish is important.
List five products we get from fish.
Name three traditional methods of fishing.
Identify and describe any two fishing tools.

SUMMARY:

Fishery is an essential branch of agriculture. It contributes to nutrition, economy, and employment. Understanding traditional and modern fishing methods helps in choosing appropriate tools and techniques for local or commercial use.

ASSIGNMENT:

Draw and label three fishing tools.
Write short notes on:
Fish meal
b. Fish oil
c. Traditional fishing methods
Design a mini fish trap using any of the following: wire, sticks, or a plastic bottle.