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Ahs2309:Olericulture I Question Paper

Ahs2309:Olericulture I

Course:Bachelor Of Horticulture

Institution: Meru University Of Science And Technology question papers

Exam Year:2012

QUESTION ONE – 30 MARKS
(a) Pollination is key to production of fruit vegetables. Explain this statement. (4Marks) (b) Outline efforts you would make to attain adequate pollination in fruit vegetables in green house production. (4Marks) (c) Distinguish between the botanical characteristics of tomato (lycopersicon esculentum mill) and egg plant (solanum melongena) (5Marks) (d) Describe the flower expression in cucurbits. (5Marks) (e) Why is it necessary to pick fruits frequently from Asian cucurbits and Okra? (5Marks) (f) What environmental conditions does mushroom require during spawning? (5Marks) (g) List 2 key spices that are warm season in their growth habit. (2Marks)
QUESTION TWO – 20 MARKS
Greenhouse production of tomato is gaining prominence in Kenya.
(a) Discuss the challenges facing small holder green house production of tomato in Kenya. (10Marks) (b) A company has requested you for advice on whether to engage in greenhouse production of tomato in Wajir. Outline how you would formulate the advice required. (10Marks)
QUESTION THREE – 20 MARKS
(a) Describe the production of water melon (citrullus lanatus) from planting to harvesting. (12Marks) (b) How are the following crops harvested? (8Marks) (i) Cucumber (ii) Karella (iii)Summer squash (iv) Melon
QUESTION FOUR – 20 MARKS
(a) A women group would like to produce mushrooms for the market. Discuss the technical training you would offer them to ensure success in their venture. (12Marks) (b) What are the key limitations facing production of spices in Kenya and how can they be overcome? (8Marks)
QUESTION FIVE - 20 MARKS
Okra is an important export vegetable in Kenya.
(a) Describe the production of Okra. (8Marks) (b) Outline the harvesting and postharvest handling of Okra. (6Marks) (c) State efforts you will undertake to produce organic Okra. (6Marks)

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