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What is an effective way to control decay organisms in horticultural crops?
What is an effective way to control decay organisms in horticultural crops?
- Use excessive pesticides to eliminate decay organisms
- Use industrial water for irrigation
- Avoid mishandling and use adequate postharvest technologies like refrigeration (correct)
- Increase mishandling to build resistance in the crops
How can the excessive use of pesticides be avoided to prevent health hazards?
How can the excessive use of pesticides be avoided to prevent health hazards?
- Avoid excessive use of pesticides, especially those known to cause health hazards (correct)
- Use only pesticides that are cheaper
- Avoid using any pesticides at all
- Increase the use of all types of pesticides to cover all possible risks
What should be ensured about irrigation water to prevent contamination with agricultural chemicals?
What should be ensured about irrigation water to prevent contamination with agricultural chemicals?
- Use any available irrigation water without testing for contamination
- Use irrigation water from industrial plants to enhance crop growth
- Use only rainwater for irrigation
- Make sure irrigation water is not contaminated with agricultural chemicals (correct)
Which treatments are effective in reducing or eliminating sources of hazards in horticultural crops?
Which treatments are effective in reducing or eliminating sources of hazards in horticultural crops?
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