This quiz helps learners apply practical knowledge of crop storage, focusing on methods, safety, cleanliness and preservation against spoilage.
Diana harvests her maize when the kernels are still soft and the cobs slightly green. A week later, mould starts to grow. What might she have done wrong?
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. Brian stores his beans in a plastic container immediately after harvesting. After a few days, the container smells musty. What mistake is most likely?
Joyce uses clean sacks to store her dry groundnuts. A few weeks later, she notices holes and dust near the sacks. What could be the likely cause?
Otieno stores his harvested maize in a clean granary but places it directly on the floor. A month later, he finds the lower cobs rotten. What should he have done?
Amina wants to store her dry grains but has no sacks or granary. Her friend suggests using clean plastic containers. What must she ensure before using them?
After harvesting, Kevin sun-dries his maize for just one day and stores it. Two weeks later, he finds white fungal growth. What could he have done differently?
A student prepares to store pumpkin seeds for next season. What is the most important preparation step before storage?
Mercy wants to store sweet potatoes but washes them first to make them look clean. What risk is she exposing them to?
Why is it advised to store produce in a dark, cool, and dry place?
John stores onions in a sealed plastic bucket. After three days, they begin to rot. What would have been a better method?