Grains 101

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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?

  • 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?

  • 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?

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

In 2013, approximately how many tonnes of grain were moved by sea?

<p>384m tonnes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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