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(i)
? High attitude between 1800 and 2900m above sea level.
? Well distributed rainfall of about 750mm; large headed varieties 2000mm.
? Irrigation where conditions are dried.
? Deep, rich, well-drained soil.
? Slightly acidic soils PH 6.5. (Mark the first four points – 1 mark each)
(ii)
? Ready for transplanting one month after sowing / 3 – 4 true leaves, 15cm high.
? Healthy and vigorous growing seedlings should be selected.
? Lift with a lump of soil around the roots / watering first.
? Seedlings planted at same depth they were in the nursery and soil firmed.
? Done late in the evening or during a cloudy day.
(iii)
? Damping off
? Black rot
? Downy mildew
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