Agro-processing and Value Addition - JSS2 Agricultural science Past Questions and Answers - page 1
Which of the following techniques is commonly used in agro-processing to remove moisture from crops and extend shelf life?
Canning
Milling
Drying
Grinding
What does value addition in agriculture primarily involve?
Decreasing the economic value of raw agricultural products
To enhance the value of agricultural commodities
Exclusively focusing on raw material extraction
Ignoring consumer preferences and market trends
Which aspect of entrepreneurship in agro-processing involves developing comprehensive business plans?
Access to finance
Market development
Product diversification
Business planning
What is essential for ensuring consumer trust and market competitiveness in agro-processing?
Adhering to quality control measures
Ignoring quality testing
Overlooking certification requirements
Avoiding traceability systems
How can agro-processing contribute positively to local communities and ecosystems?
By disregarding waste management practices
By effective environmental conservation efforts
By excluding community engagement initiatives
By minimising environmental footprint
Which technique involves sealing food in airtight containers to preserve freshness?
Drying
Milling
Canning
Grinding
What role does product diversification play in entrepreneurship in agro-processing?
It limits market opportunities
It decreases profitability
It increases economic resilience
It has no impact on consumer preferences
Why is adherence to quality control measures crucial in agro-processing?
To increase waste production
To decrease consumer satisfaction
To ensure product consistency
To avoid market competition
What is one key component of environmental sustainability in agro-processing?
Effective waste management
Disregarding environmental conservation efforts
Ignoring energy consumption
Avoiding community engagement
How does branding and packaging contribute to entrepreneurship in agro-processing?
By decreasing consumer trust
By increasing market competitiveness
By disregarding consumer preferences
By limiting product visibility
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