Agricultural Preservation Techniques Quiz

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What is the purpose of preservation techniques like refrigeration and controlled atmosphere storage?

To increase post-harvest waste
To speed up the ripening process of agricultural products
To decrease product availability throughout the year
To reduce post-harvest losses (correct)

What does organic certification for agricultural products indicate?

The product has been genetically modified
The product follows organic farming practices and is chemical-free (correct)
The product is grown with harmful chemicals
The product contains preservatives

How do ready-to-use products benefit consumers?

They require more effort in meal preparation
They save time and effort in meal preparation (correct)
They have a shorter shelf life
They are less convenient than raw agricultural products

What is involved in secondary processing of agricultural products?

Creating new products or extracts from agricultural products (A) Signup and view all the answers

How does nutritional enrichment of agricultural products work?

By enhancing the nutritional profile with added vitamins and minerals (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does waste utilization in value addition involve?

Using agricultural waste to create new products (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of value-added products?

To enhance the market value and quality of raw agricultural products (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does the 'produce and sell' mentality differ from the concept of value-added products?

It involves determining consumer preferences before production (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does value addition involve?

Enhancing a product or service before offering it to customers (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does the U.S. Department of Agriculture define value-added products?

Products that have undergone changes to enhance their value (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered a value-added product according to the text?

Processed foods like bread and cakes (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key characteristic of a product that qualifies it as 'value-added'?

It offers special benefits that consumers are willing to pay more for (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is one way to add value and reduce waste in agriculture?

Using crop residues to produce biodegradable packaging (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is ensuring strict quality control important for agricultural products?

To add credibility and value, especially for export markets (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is one reason for developing value-added products?

Increase in sales and profit by product diversity (D) Signup and view all the answers

How can a value-added product contribute to employment?

By providing creative outlets and increasing income creation (B) Signup and view all the answers

How do producers set the price of value-added products?

With experience and analysis of the overall market (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why can an artisan-made value-added product be priced higher?

Because people know that quality is worth the extra money paid for the product (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the benefits of value addition in agriculture?

Reducing waste and promoting sustainable practices (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why do value-added agricultural products have better export potential?

They adhere to international standards and have higher quality (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a limitation of value-added products as mentioned in the text?

Increased risk in selling products (C) Signup and view all the answers

How does value addition in agriculture contribute to rural development?

By promoting agribusiness and agro-processing activities (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is one reason for developing value-added products as mentioned in the text?

To promote economic diversification (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why do value-added agricultural products contribute significantly to the economy?

By boosting agricultural exports (A) Signup and view all the answers

What motivates value addition to raw commodities?

Technological advances that enable producers to produce what consumers desire (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which attribute adds value to products based on the text?

Ease of possession (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the main types of approaches in value addition mentioned in the text?

Innovation (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does the international market for value-added products change with the shift to a global economy?

It grows (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a reason for increased consumer demands regarding health mentioned in the text?

Increased awareness and focus on well-being (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why do producers charge more for value-added products according to the text?

To make more profit from them (C) Signup and view all the answers