Barley Basics

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Questions and Answers

What elements are contained in fertilisers to help the growing rates of crops?

  • Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen
  • Iron, Zinc, Copper
  • Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium (correct)
  • Sodium, Chlorine, Magnesium

Which fungal disease is spread by rain?

  • Barely dwarf virus BYDV
  • Leaf rust
  • Leaf Blotch (correct)
  • Powdery mildew

What causes premature death of leaves in crops?

  • Leaf Blotch
  • Powdery mildew
  • Barely dwarf virus BYDV
  • Leaf rust (correct)

What do farmers get paid based on when it comes to grain?

<p>Moisture content (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do ventilated sheds help with in grain storage?

<p>Preventing grain from being attacked by pests, fungi, and bacteria (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most suitable pH of soil for barley?

<p>pH 6.5 or greater (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When is the optimum sowing time for winter barley?

<p>September (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is lodging in barley crops?

<p>When cereal crops bend over and lie flat on the ground (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is conservation tillage in barley cultivation?

<p>A method where ploughing is not carried out at any stage, mainly for winter cereals (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which region of the country is best for growing barley?

<p>Southeast (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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