TLE 6

Put insufficient fertilizers in the soil before planting.

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Proper care of plants and soil is important for a healthy and bountiful harvest.

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Newly germinated seedlings are allowed to be transplanted in the field.

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Pricking is the process of gradual exposure of seedlings to sunlight.

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It is one of the most challenging activities in orchard gardening.

• Planting

• Harvesting

• Marketing

• Selling

What are the characteristics of fruits to be harvested to reach the market in a good condition?

• Unripe fruits

• With bruises and blemishes

• Fruits of good quality and maturity

• Fruits that are very ripe

Why fruits should be harvested carefully?

• To avoid cuts that may lead to rotting

• To sell easily in the market

• To consume time

• To meet the market demand

These are the elements to be observed in planting trees.

• I and II

• I, III, IV

• I, II and III

• All of the above

The following statements are the market demands for fruits except one. Which does not belong to the group?

• Buyer selects fruits and other products of good quality, usually based on size, shape and appearance.

• Good quality fruits have the same appearance, size, stage of maturity, state of freshness and shape.

• Fruits should be in the freshest state when being sold.

• Pack fruits improperly in good container to maintain their freshness and to avoid cuts, bruises and blemishes.

Have you been to a market/ supermarket recently? Were you amazed with the different fruits found in the fruit and vegetables section? Have you ever wondered where are all those fruits coming from?