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What is the best time to plant maincrop potatoes?
What is the best time to plant maincrop potatoes?
- Mid-March
- Early June
- Late April (correct)
- Early February
Why is it important to remove large stones from the seed bed?
Why is it important to remove large stones from the seed bed?
- To increase soil fertility
- To prevent damage to the tubers (correct)
- To improve water retention
- To provide support for the seedlings
What is the purpose of adding farmyard manure to the soil for potato cultivation?
What is the purpose of adding farmyard manure to the soil for potato cultivation?
- To improve water retention (correct)
- To increase nitrogen content
- To decrease soil pH
- To prevent fungal diseases
How does nitrogen affect potato yield when applied as a fertilizer?
How does nitrogen affect potato yield when applied as a fertilizer?
Which disease caused the Irish famine due to its impact on potato crops?
Which disease caused the Irish famine due to its impact on potato crops?
What is the recommended action to prevent potato blight in warm weather conditions?
What is the recommended action to prevent potato blight in warm weather conditions?
In what family do potatoes belong?
In what family do potatoes belong?
What is the best method to prevent club root in kale crops?
What is the best method to prevent club root in kale crops?
Why does feeding kale to livestock need to be in moderation?
Why does feeding kale to livestock need to be in moderation?
Which family does Kale belong to?
Which family does Kale belong to?
When are early potatoes typically harvested?
When are early potatoes typically harvested?
How can the spread of potato blight be reduced?
How can the spread of potato blight be reduced?
What issue can excessive feeding of kale to livestock cause?
What issue can excessive feeding of kale to livestock cause?
What type of store is recommended for storing harvested potatoes?
What type of store is recommended for storing harvested potatoes?
Why is little to no ploughing needed for planting kale?
Why is little to no ploughing needed for planting kale?
