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Agro 361: Perennial Crops Question Paper

Agro 361: Perennial Crops 

Course:Bachelor Of Science In Agriculture

Institution: Egerton University question papers

Exam Year:2012



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1.(a) Differentiate between the different products of Camellia sinensis as listed below: (8 Marks)
i. Green tea
ii. Black tea
iii. Oolong tea
iv. White tea
(b) Outline the factors that influence quality of black tea. (10 Marks)
2.(a) Briefly describe the natural fruiting pattern of coffee and state how that can be influenced by
management. (8 Marks)
(b) State the importance of pruning in coffee. (6 Marks)
(c) Describe the damages caused by the following pests of coffee: (4 Marks)
i. Antestia
ii. Leaf miner
3.(a) Using a suitable illustration, differentiate between ray and disc florets in pyrethrum. (5 Marks)
(b) Explain the significance of disc florets in pyrethrum production. (5 Marks)
(c) Describe the growth environment suitable for sugarcane. (4 Marks)
(d) State the problems ailing sugar industry and suggest possible solutions. (6 Marks)
4. Write short notes on the following:
a. Economic importance of cashew nuts (5 Marks)
b. Uses of coconut (5 Marks)
C. Pole and bole in sisal (4 Marks)




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