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Which of the following vegetables is usually considered an Asian-style vegetable?
Which of the following vegetables is usually considered an Asian-style vegetable?
- Pak choy (correct)
- Carrots
- Celery
- Broccoli
What part of a plant is typically eaten in the case of asparagus?
What part of a plant is typically eaten in the case of asparagus?
- Stems (correct)
- Fruit
- Roots
- Leaves
What type of pollination process do plants requiring wind pollination rely on?
What type of pollination process do plants requiring wind pollination rely on?
- Animal pollination
- Insect pollination
- Wind pollination (correct)
- Self-pollination
When planting crops requiring wind pollination, farmers need to consider:
When planting crops requiring wind pollination, farmers need to consider:
Which vegetable is commonly eaten raw in salads?
Which vegetable is commonly eaten raw in salads?
In the vegetable production cycle, which stage involves sowing seeds?
In the vegetable production cycle, which stage involves sowing seeds?
What is the purpose of genetically modifying tobacco plants in the text?
What is the purpose of genetically modifying tobacco plants in the text?
What could happen if a plant absorbs oxygen instead of carbon dioxide during photosynthesis?
What could happen if a plant absorbs oxygen instead of carbon dioxide during photosynthesis?
How do green manure crops contribute to soil improvement in the text?
How do green manure crops contribute to soil improvement in the text?
Why do Australian farmers face soil issues according to the text?
Why do Australian farmers face soil issues according to the text?
What is the primary benefit of using a green manure crop rotation for farmers?
What is the primary benefit of using a green manure crop rotation for farmers?
How do genetically modified tobacco plants compare to unmodified ones according to the text?
How do genetically modified tobacco plants compare to unmodified ones according to the text?
What type of organism is Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt)?
What type of organism is Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt)?
What is the primary target of insecticide developed from Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt)?
What is the primary target of insecticide developed from Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt)?
When should chemicals be used in agriculture?
When should chemicals be used in agriculture?
What is the purpose of the IPM program mentioned in the text for the school farm?
What is the purpose of the IPM program mentioned in the text for the school farm?
What does companion planting aim to achieve in the context of agriculture?
What does companion planting aim to achieve in the context of agriculture?
One of the tasks mentioned in the text for students is to research exotic pests and diseases. What would be the potential impact on the Australian vegetable industry if these were to reach Australia?
One of the tasks mentioned in the text for students is to research exotic pests and diseases. What would be the potential impact on the Australian vegetable industry if these were to reach Australia?
What is the correct term for growing new plants from existing plants?
What is the correct term for growing new plants from existing plants?
Why is careful monitoring of sowing depth crucial for successful germination?
Why is careful monitoring of sowing depth crucial for successful germination?
Which component of Integrated Weed Management (IWM) involves the use of herbicides?
Which component of Integrated Weed Management (IWM) involves the use of herbicides?
What is the general rule of thumb for planting seeds in terms of depth?
What is the general rule of thumb for planting seeds in terms of depth?
What do seeds need for successful germination?
What do seeds need for successful germination?
How does plant spacing affect yield?
How does plant spacing affect yield?
What are some of the methods farmers can use to sell directly to consumers?
What are some of the methods farmers can use to sell directly to consumers?
What is the main benefit of direct selling for growers, according to the text?
What is the main benefit of direct selling for growers, according to the text?
What percentage of the total annual dollars spent on food advertising is on promoting vegetables, according to the text?
What percentage of the total annual dollars spent on food advertising is on promoting vegetables, according to the text?
Which of the following is NOT a way that growers can value-add to vegetables, according to the text?
Which of the following is NOT a way that growers can value-add to vegetables, according to the text?
What is the name of the Kenyan company founded by Caroline Mbogo that was mentioned in the text?
What is the name of the Kenyan company founded by Caroline Mbogo that was mentioned in the text?
What is the goal of the 'Try for 5' campaign from Nutrition Australia?
What is the goal of the 'Try for 5' campaign from Nutrition Australia?
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Study Notes
Photosynthesis and Plant Growth
- Plants use sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide to produce energy through photosynthesis, which helps them grow.
- During photosynthesis, plants may accidentally absorb oxygen instead of carbon dioxide, producing a toxic compound that they must expend energy to remove.
- Scientists have genetically modified tobacco plants to dispose of the toxin more quickly, resulting in 40% larger plants.
Sustainable Decision-Making and Green Manure
- Green manure crops, such as grasses or legumes, can be used to create better soil for farmers growing vegetables.
- These crops add nutrients and organic matter back into the soil and improve soil structure.
- Australian farmers often face soil issues due to growing European crops that aren’t suited to Australian soil or climate.
Direct Selling and Value-Adding
- Farmers can sell directly to consumers through methods like on-farm sales, roadside stalls, farmers markets, and ‘pick your own’ schemes.
- Direct selling allows growers to interact with consumers and gain direct feedback, potentially achieving higher returns.
- Very little advertising and promotion is done for eating vegetables in Australia, with campaigns mostly coming from nutrition organizations.
Production Cycle and Pest Management
- The production cycle of vegetables includes ploughing and preparation of soil, sowing seeds, transplanting, fertilizing, harvesting, and monitoring.
- Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) is a bacterium that can be developed into an insecticide, targeting insect larvae.
- Chemicals should be used strategically and only when necessary, with Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies including cultural, physical, biological, and chemical methods.
Propagation and Sowing
- Propagation refers to growing new plants from existing plants, using methods like direct sowing or seedling trays.
- Careful monitoring of sowing depth is crucial to ensure successful germination.
- Seeds need water, warmth, and oxygen to germinate, and no nutrients are needed until the plant reaches the surface and its second leaves emerge.
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