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Which harvesting method typically yields a higher quality product but is more time-consuming?
Which harvesting method typically yields a higher quality product but is more time-consuming?
- Chemical harvesting
- Automated harvesting
- Hand harvesting (correct)
- Mechanical harvesting
Which factor most influences the choice between manual and mechanical harvesting methods?
Which factor most influences the choice between manual and mechanical harvesting methods?
- The expected harvest volume and crop type (correct)
- The farmer's personal preference
- The color of the crop
- The weather forecast for the week
For fresh market sales, which characteristic is most important when selecting a harvesting method for tomatoes?
For fresh market sales, which characteristic is most important when selecting a harvesting method for tomatoes?
- Utilizing automated machinery
- Harvesting as quickly as possible
- Minimizing labor costs
- Ensuring the crop is not damaged (correct)
What consideration is LEAST important when harvesting fruits for processing rather than fresh sale?
What consideration is LEAST important when harvesting fruits for processing rather than fresh sale?
In Pangasinan, what is the local term for a pole with a net and hook used for harvesting fruits?
In Pangasinan, what is the local term for a pole with a net and hook used for harvesting fruits?
Why are liners in boxes and crates important during fruit harvesting?
Why are liners in boxes and crates important during fruit harvesting?
What is a primary advantage of using mechanized harvesting methods?
What is a primary advantage of using mechanized harvesting methods?
Which equipment is NOT typically associated with hand harvesting?
Which equipment is NOT typically associated with hand harvesting?
What is the main purpose of using clippers during the harvesting of tree fruits?
What is the main purpose of using clippers during the harvesting of tree fruits?
What is a key benefit of reducing harvest time, especially in regions with multiple cropping seasons?
What is a key benefit of reducing harvest time, especially in regions with multiple cropping seasons?
What is the most critical factor to consider when determining the proper time of day to harvest vegetables?
What is the most critical factor to consider when determining the proper time of day to harvest vegetables?
Why is it generally better to harvest sweet corn early in the morning or late in the afternoon?
Why is it generally better to harvest sweet corn early in the morning or late in the afternoon?
What is the recommended time frame for harvesting fruit vegetables to avoid blemishes?
What is the recommended time frame for harvesting fruit vegetables to avoid blemishes?
Why should harvesting vegetables under the rain be avoided?
Why should harvesting vegetables under the rain be avoided?
What is the most common cause of poor quality in harvested vegetables?
What is the most common cause of poor quality in harvested vegetables?
What happens to vegetables like cucumbers and sweet corn if they are not harvested regularly?
What happens to vegetables like cucumbers and sweet corn if they are not harvested regularly?
Why should harvested vegetables not be left in the sun for an extended period?
Why should harvested vegetables not be left in the sun for an extended period?
What is 'sunscald' and how can it can be avoided?
What is 'sunscald' and how can it can be avoided?
Why is it important to handle vegetables carefully during harvesting?
Why is it important to handle vegetables carefully during harvesting?
What is the term 'feathers' referring to when describing damage to potatoes during harvesting?
What is the term 'feathers' referring to when describing damage to potatoes during harvesting?
Why are liners used inside harvesting containers?
Why are liners used inside harvesting containers?
What should be done with recycled harvesting containers before reuse?
What should be done with recycled harvesting containers before reuse?
Why is deep piling of harvested vegetables discouraged?
Why is deep piling of harvested vegetables discouraged?
What ultimately happens to fresh fruits and vegetables that are deemed unfit for human consumption during harvesting?
What ultimately happens to fresh fruits and vegetables that are deemed unfit for human consumption during harvesting?
Which negative outcome can directly stem from sun exposure after harvesting leafy vegetables?
Which negative outcome can directly stem from sun exposure after harvesting leafy vegetables?
Which harvesting practice can directly minimize bruising or crushing damage to produce?
Which harvesting practice can directly minimize bruising or crushing damage to produce?
Why is planning and preparation crucial before harvesting activity?
Why is planning and preparation crucial before harvesting activity?
What is the consequence of delaying the harvesting of sweet corn past its prime?
What is the consequence of delaying the harvesting of sweet corn past its prime?
Which factor has the most direct impact on managing produce safety and quality during harvesting and postharvest handling?
Which factor has the most direct impact on managing produce safety and quality during harvesting and postharvest handling?
What should be conveyed to personnel involved in harvesting vegetables to ensure the best results?
What should be conveyed to personnel involved in harvesting vegetables to ensure the best results?
What is NOT a recommended material for harvesting fruits.
What is NOT a recommended material for harvesting fruits.
What may happen to the vegetable if vegetables are harvested over matured?
What may happen to the vegetable if vegetables are harvested over matured?
Which harvesting method involves the use of tools and specialized equipment to remove crops from the field?
Which harvesting method involves the use of tools and specialized equipment to remove crops from the field?
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using efficient harvesting machines?
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using efficient harvesting machines?
What happens to the peel of fruit vegetables if they are harvested earlier or later of the day.
What happens to the peel of fruit vegetables if they are harvested earlier or later of the day.
Why is it important to harvest vegetables at proper maturity?
Why is it important to harvest vegetables at proper maturity?
Which term describes the removal of crops from fields for human use?
Which term describes the removal of crops from fields for human use?
What would be the best method to harvest fruit, without causing damage?
What would be the best method to harvest fruit, without causing damage?
Flashcards
What is harvesting?
What is harvesting?
Gathering or picking harvestable plant parts.
Hand picking fruits
Hand picking fruits
Done carefully to avoid bruises and damage.
Mechanized harvesting
Mechanized harvesting
Increases output but may reduce quality.
Field size harvested
Field size harvested
Determines harvest method.
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Harvesting for fresh market
Harvesting for fresh market
Ensures crops aren't damaged.
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Materials for fruit harvesting
Materials for fruit harvesting
Picking pole with bag/basket, 'alaw,' bamboo basket ('kaing'), boxes/crates with liners, ladder.
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Hand harvesting
Hand harvesting
Done by hand without tools, often using a picking cart
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Harvesting with hand tools
Harvesting with hand tools
Using clippers or specialized tools to remove produce, placing into containers, and transferring to bins.
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Harvesting with machines
Harvesting with machines
Using machines to increase the output and reduce postharvest losses
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Critical practices
Critical practices
Managing produce safety and quality during production.
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Harvest time
Harvest time
Commodity requirements
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Poor quality of harvest
Poor quality of harvest
Too early or too late harvesting.
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Sun exposure to harvested vegetables
Sun exposure to harvested vegetables
Causes injury, especially to leafy vegetables.
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Preventing injury during harvest
Preventing injury during harvest
Appropriate harvesting technique.
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Impaired vegetable quality
Impaired vegetable quality
Bruising or crushing.
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Vegetable bruising or crushing
Vegetable bruising or crushing
Leads to disease infection.
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Jostling the tubers
Jostling the tubers
Causes unsightly flapping of the skin.
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Deep piling
Deep piling
Causes crushing of bottom layers and 'heat up'
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- Harvesting involves gathering harvestable plant parts, with the method depending on the crop and volume.
Methods of Harvesting
- Hand harvesting offers better quality but is slower and more expensive.
- Mechanical harvesting is faster but can reduce quality.
- The size of the area influences the chosen method.
- Market requirements dictate the method; fresh produce needs hand harvesting to prevent damage.
Harvesting Fruits
- Fruits are typically hand-picked, unlike crops like rice or sugarcane.
- Utmost care is needed to avoid damage.
- Materials used include picking poles with bags or baskets, poles with nets and hooks ("alaw"), bamboo baskets ("kaing"), and lined boxes/crates.
- Three general harvesting methods for fruits and vegetables exist, but categorization can overlap.
Types of Harvesting
- Hand harvesting involves picking without tools, often using carts or containers.
- Harvesting with hand tools uses clippers for tree fruits and is also used for onions, garlic, and row crops.
- Machine harvesting increases output and is suited for different scales, aided by combine harvesters.
Considerations for Harvesting Vegetables
- Practices are critical for managing produce safety and quality during harvesting and postharvest handling.
- Harvest at the proper time of day according to commodity requirements.
- Sweet corn harvested after 9:00 AM loses sweetness due to sugar conversion to starch.
- Fruit vegetables should be harvested between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM to avoid blemishes.
- Avoid harvesting under the rain.
- Harvest vegetables at proper maturity, considering the consumer's needs, with maturity indices as a guide.
- Over-maturity leads to soggy, fibrous vegetables prone to breakdown.
- Some vegetables, like cucumber and sweet corn, need harvesting daily or every other day.
- Harvested vegetables should not be left in the sun for extended periods to prevent injury and wilting.
- Tomatoes and peppers should be shaded to prevent sunscald.
- Prevent injuries by using appropriate techniques to maintain quality and avoid bruising.
- Handle commodities gently.
- Use suitable and clean containers with liners to protect produce.
- Do not place harvested produce directly on the soil.
- Avoid deep piling to prevent crushing and heat buildup.
- Plan, prepare, and organize adequately.
- Segregate and properly dispose of fresh produce unfit for consumption to prevent contamination.
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