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Which of the following grains are commonly traded in bulk for human or animal consumption?
Which of the following grains are commonly traded in bulk for human or animal consumption?
- Rice, flax, cotton
- Corn, barley, oats
- Sunflower, rapeseed, millet
- Wheat, sorghum, soya (correct)
What are some factors that can affect the demand and supply of grain?
What are some factors that can affect the demand and supply of grain?
- Crop diseases, technological advancements
- Quality of the harvest, climatic events (correct)
- Transportation costs, market trends
- Political events, economic conditions
What is the abbreviation HSS used for in the grain market?
What is the abbreviation HSS used for in the grain market?
- High-Speed Shipping
- Harvest Supply Statistics
- Heavy grains, soya beans, sorghums (correct)
- Heavy Seed Storage
What is the potential risk of carrying grains and seeds in bulk?
What is the potential risk of carrying grains and seeds in bulk?
In 2013, approximately how many tonnes of grain were moved by sea?
In 2013, approximately how many tonnes of grain were moved by sea?