Barley
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What is the most suitable pH of soil for barley cultivation?

  • pH 6.0 or greater
  • pH 5.5 or greater
  • pH 7.0 or greater
  • pH 6.5 or greater (correct)
  • When is winter barley typically sown?

  • August
  • November
  • September (correct)
  • December
  • What is lodging in cereal crops?

  • When cereal crops grow too tall
  • When cereal crops are overwatered
  • When cereal crops are affected by pests
  • When cereal crops bend over and lie flat on the ground (correct)
  • Which region in Ireland is best for growing barley?

    <p>Southeast</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for the increase in seeding rate as December approaches?

    <p>Worsening weather conditions, particularly the increased chance of frost</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which element is not typically found in fertilisers used to aid crop growth?

    <p>Calcium (Ca)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of storing grain in ventilated sheds?

    <p>To prevent grain from being attacked by pests, fungi, and bacteria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What visual indication suggests that a crop of barley is ripe and ready for harvest?

    <p>Leaves bending and being parallel to the stem</p> Signup and view all the answers

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