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What is the purpose of boiling the turmeric fingers in the alkaline solution?
What is the purpose of boiling the turmeric fingers in the alkaline solution?
- To preserve the turmeric for longer
- To impart an orange-yellow tinge to the core of the turmeric (correct)
- To remove the scales and root bits from the surface
- To soften the fingers
What is the recommended thickness for drying the cooked turmeric fingers?
What is the recommended thickness for drying the cooked turmeric fingers?
- Thin layers are not desirable as they affect the color of the final product (correct)
- 2 to 3 cm
- 5 to 7 cm
- 10 to 15 cm
How long does it typically take to completely dry the cooked turmeric fingers?
How long does it typically take to completely dry the cooked turmeric fingers?
- 10 to 15 days (correct)
- 20 to 30 days
- The drying time varies depending on the variety and location
- 5 to 7 days
What is the typical yield of dried turmeric product compared to the fresh turmeric fingers?
What is the typical yield of dried turmeric product compared to the fresh turmeric fingers?
What is the purpose of polishing the dried turmeric?
What is the purpose of polishing the dried turmeric?
What are the two main methods of coloring the polished turmeric rhizomes?
What are the two main methods of coloring the polished turmeric rhizomes?
What is the main cause of the Barren nut defect in coconuts?
What is the main cause of the Barren nut defect in coconuts?
Which nutrient deficiency can contribute to the Barren nut defect in coconuts?
Which nutrient deficiency can contribute to the Barren nut defect in coconuts?
What is the effect of the hormone 2-4-D on coconut fruit setting?
What is the effect of the hormone 2-4-D on coconut fruit setting?
What is the main purpose of processing coconuts into copra and coconut oil?
What is the main purpose of processing coconuts into copra and coconut oil?
What is the difference between copra and milling copra?
What is the difference between copra and milling copra?
Which of the following is not a reason for the shedding of coconut buttons and immature nuts?
Which of the following is not a reason for the shedding of coconut buttons and immature nuts?
What is the recommended length of the green wood cuttings used for propagation?
What is the recommended length of the green wood cuttings used for propagation?
When should cuttings be collected to achieve the highest percent of rooting under south Indian conditions?
When should cuttings be collected to achieve the highest percent of rooting under south Indian conditions?
How long should rooted cuttings be hardened before transplanting them to the main field?
How long should rooted cuttings be hardened before transplanting them to the main field?
What is the recommended age of the seedlings for planting in the main field during coffee orchard establishment?
What is the recommended age of the seedlings for planting in the main field during coffee orchard establishment?
What type of soil is recommended to fill the pits prepared for planting coffee seedlings?
What type of soil is recommended to fill the pits prepared for planting coffee seedlings?
Why is providing shade important for coffee plants in India?
Why is providing shade important for coffee plants in India?
What is the typical lifespan of a cashew tree?
What is the typical lifespan of a cashew tree?
When do cashew trees begin to flower?
When do cashew trees begin to flower?
What is the recommended drying time for cashew nuts?
What is the recommended drying time for cashew nuts?
How can you determine if cashew nuts are mature?
How can you determine if cashew nuts are mature?
What is the average yield of cashew nuts per tree?
What is the average yield of cashew nuts per tree?
What is the edible part of the cashew tree?
What is the edible part of the cashew tree?
What does pruning in coffee cultivation mainly involve?
What does pruning in coffee cultivation mainly involve?
What is the purpose of 'Handling' in pruning coffee plants?
What is the purpose of 'Handling' in pruning coffee plants?
When is digging done in coffee fields according to the text?
When is digging done in coffee fields according to the text?
What is the purpose of 'Scuffling' in established coffee fields?
What is the purpose of 'Scuffling' in established coffee fields?
During which months are trenches and pits dug between rows of coffee plants?
During which months are trenches and pits dug between rows of coffee plants?
What is the depth of the pits dug between rows of coffee plants?
What is the depth of the pits dug between rows of coffee plants?
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