Food Production Systems: Cereal Production in Ireland
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What is the first symptom of tuber blight?

  • A rust brown granular discoloration in the flesh
  • Soft wet rot under moist conditions
  • Dry rot in dry storage
  • A brown or purplish area on the skin (correct)

When should haulms be burned off?

  • Before harvesting
  • When all are already dying
  • After harvesting
  • When some are already dying (correct)

What is the farm gate value of horticulture in Ireland (2016)?

  • €800 million
  • €600 million
  • €200 million
  • €433 million (correct)

What is the rank of horticulture in Ireland's sectors?

<p>4th largest sector (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many people are employed directly in horticulture in Ireland?

<p>6600 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the retail consumption of fruit in Ireland annually?

<p>€745m (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of grocery spend is comprised of fruit and vegetables?

<p>16% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the retail consumption of potatoes in Ireland annually?

<p>€195m (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the value of protected fruit production in Ireland?

<p>€38m (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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