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[#711] Rapid removal of field heat from harvested produce is called
Correct Answer

(B) Pre-cooling

Explanation

Solution: A rapid removal of field heat from harvested produce is called Pre-cooling . It is done to slow down the metabolism and reduce deterioration before transport or storage. Because temperature is one of the most important factors that affect the post-harvest life and quality of fruits and vegetables. It should be removed from commodities as quickly as possible after harvest & maintained at its lowest safe temperature.

[#712] Which one of the following is not a variety of mango
Correct Answer

(D) Arka Hans

Explanation

Solution: Arka Aruna, Arka Puneet and Arka Anmol are varieties of mango whereas Arka Hans is not a variety of mango, it is a hybrid variety of grapes developed by the cross between Bangalore Blue and Anab-e-Shahi. Arka Aruna is a hybrid between Banganapalli and Alphonso. it is dwarf, regular bearing and precocious. Arka Puneet is the progeny from the cross Alphonso and Banganapalli. It is a mid-season variety. Arka Anmol is derived from the parentage Alphonso and Janardhan pasand. It is a semi-vigorous type, regular bearing.

[#713] Minimum content of juice in a RTS beverage as per FPO recommendations is
Correct Answer

(B) 10%

Explanation

Solution: The minimum content of juice in an RTS beverage as per FPO recommendations is 10%. RTS is Ready to Serve drink and this is a type of fruit beverage that contains at least 10% fruit juice (for lime drink 5% juice) and not less than 10% total soluble solids. The acidity in these drinks shall not exceed 3.5% citric acid. The RTS beverage was prepared by using freshly prepared juices, water, and sugar as per FPO specifications. FPO is a farmer produce organization to ensure better income for the producers through an organization of their own.

[#714] Ricyness, fuzziness, hollow stem, leafyness and pinking are physiological disorder of
Correct Answer

(C) Cauliflower

Explanation

Solution: Ricyness, fuzziness, hollow stem, leafyness and pinking are physiological disorders of cauliflower. Ricyness is the velvety or granular appearance on the surface of the curd mainly due to temperature fluctuations. Hollowness is caused by boron deficiency and a higher supply of nitrogen. It can be controlled by spraying borax. Fuzziness is the phenomenon when the flower pedicels become velvety and curd elongates. The cultivation of the cultivars out of their normal growing season encourages this disorder. Leafiness is the disorder in which the formation of small thin leaves from the curd reduces the quality of curd occurs. This purple-pink colour in cauliflower is caused by the presence of anthocyanin, which is exacerbated by sun exposure and termed a pinking disorder in cauliflower.

[#715] The term used for a pruning system wherein low hanging branches are removed is
Correct Answer

(B) Skirting

Explanation

Solution: The term used for a pruning system wherein low-hanging branches are removed is Skirting . It affects canopy temperature, relative humidity, fruit yield and quality also. It facilitates the operations such as fertilizer application and controlling weeds. It should be done as soon after harvest as possible.