Ahs2304:Floroculture I Question Paper
Ahs2304:Floroculture I
Course:Bachelor Of Horticulture
Institution: Meru University Of Science And Technology question papers
Exam Year:2013
QUESTION ONE – (30 MARKS)
a) Explain the following terms: ( 3Marks) i. Capillary mats ii. Bulb forcing iii. Heat delay b) Highlight various media components for optimum flower production ( 3 Marks) c) Briefly describe methods of increasing greenhouse lighting ( 6 Marks) d) Briefly describe seed pre-treatment methods applied during seed propagation.(6 Marks) e) What factors have influenced the development of floriculture industry in Kenya? (6 Marks) f) Briefly discuss ways of controlling plant photoperiod requirement. ( 6 Marks)
QUESTION TWO ( 20 MARKS)
a) Discuss various irrigation systems engaged to ensure optimum moisture condition in flower production. ( 15 Marks) b) Discuss the relationship between nutrient application and plant yield in flower production (5 Marks) QUESTION THREE (20 MARKS)
a) Discuss various methods used to propagate cut flowers (10 Marks) b) Discuss uses of growth regulators in flower initiation and development. ( 10Marks)
QUESTION FOUR (20 MARKS)
Discuss factors that affect the post harvest quality of cutflowers. ( 20 Marks)
QUESTION FIVE ( 20 MARKS)
Discuss environmental factors that affect growth and development of flowers. ( 20 Marks)
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