If Agriculture is one of your JAMB subjects, the textbooks you study from matter more than most candidates realise. JAMB Agric questions are drawn from specific topics in the official Agric syllabus, and studying from books that do not align with that syllabus means you will cover material that simply will not show up in your exam.
This page gives you the complete list of Agric textbooks for JAMB recommended by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board for UTME candidates. These books cover the core Agriculture topics JAMB tests including crop production, livestock management, soil science, farm management, pests and diseases, and agricultural economics.
You do not need to buy every book on this list. Pick one or two that are thorough and widely available, study them alongside the JAMB Agriculture syllabus, and practice consistently with past questions. That is the most effective preparation strategy.
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List of Recommended Agric Textbooks for JAMB
Click on any of the textbooks listed (in RED) below to purchase it online and have it in a few days delivered to wherever you are.
These books are part of the official JAMB Agric textbooks recommended for candidates preparing for the UTME examination.
- A DICTIONARY OF AGRICULTURE — Emmanuel, C.A. (2003).
- AGRICULTURAL NOTEBOOK — Philips T. A. (1986).
- AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE FOR JUNIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS (BOOK 1–3) — Falusi, A.O. and Adeleye, I.O.A. (2000).
- AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE FOR SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS — STAN (1999).
- AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE FOR SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS (1–3) — Komolafe, M.F., Adegbola, A.A., Are, L.A. and Ashaye, T.I. (2004).
- COMPREHENSIVE CERTIFICATE AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE FOR SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS — Are, L. A. et al (2010).
- COUNTDOWN TO SENIOR SECONDARY CERTIFICATE EXAMINATION AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE — Adeniyi, M.O. et al (1999).
- EXTENSION MODERN AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE FOR SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS — Egbuna, C.K. et al. (2014).
- GENERAL AGRICULTURE FOR WEST AFRICA — Anthonio, Q.B.O. (1999).
- JUNIOR SECONDARY AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE — Akinsanmi, O. (2000).
- SENIOR SECONDARY AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE — Akinsanmi, O. (2000).
Source: JAMB IBASS.
How to get these JAMB Agric textbooks
Getting any of the Agric textbooks for JAMB listed above is straightforward. Here are three ways to do it.
The most direct option is visiting a nearby bookstore. Walk in and ask for the specific title and author you want. Educational bookstores in most Nigerian cities stock JAMB recommended textbooks, especially during the registration and preparation season.
If there are no bookstores near you, or you prefer to shop from home, you can purchase any of the textbooks online by clicking the linked titles above. Orders are delivered to your location within a few days depending on where you are.
You can also check your school library or ask a classmate who already has one of the books. Borrowing is a practical option if you only need the book for a specific topic or a short revision period before your exam.
Remember. These JAMB Agric textbooks are only “recommended” not compulsory.
Other Agric textbooks not on the list can also be useful, as long as they explain the JAMB Agric topics clearly.
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Frequently Asked Questions About JAMB Agric Textbooks
What are the recommended Agric textbooks for JAMB?
The recommended Agric textbooks for JAMB are books officially approved by JAMB that align with the Agriculture topics in the UTME syllabus. Among the most widely used on this list are Agricultural Science for Senior Secondary Schools by Komolafe et al., Senior Secondary Agricultural Science by Akinsanmi, and Comprehensive Certificate Agricultural Science by Are et al. These three are thorough, widely available in Nigerian bookstores, and cover the major Agriculture topics JAMB tests.
Are these Agric textbooks compulsory for JAMB?
No, they are not compulsory. JAMB recommends these books because they match the official Agriculture syllabus, but you are free to use other Agric textbooks as long as they cover the same topics clearly. What matters most is that you understand the concepts and can apply them to exam questions, not which specific book you used.
Can I pass JAMB Agric without these textbooks?
Yes, you can. Many candidates pass JAMB Agriculture using other good textbooks alongside past questions and the official syllabus. However, studying from the recommended Agric textbooks for JAMB gives you a structured advantage because the content is already aligned with what JAMB tests. If you cannot access any of the listed books, focus on the syllabus topics and use as many past questions as you can find.
Conclusion
Choosing the right Agric textbooks for JAMB is one of the simplest ways to make your preparation more focused and effective. The books on this list are aligned with the official JAMB Agriculture syllabus, which means studying from them puts you directly in line with what the exam covers.
Pick one or two strong titles, work through the syllabus topics systematically, and back it up with consistent past question practice. That approach produces results far more reliably than reading multiple books without structure.
If you have questions about any of the textbooks listed or need help choosing the right one for your preparation level, drop a comment below and we will respond as quickly as possible.