WAEC Agricultural Science 2003 Question 2

Question 2

Processing and Storage of Farm Produce

Wastage of perishable farm produce is likely due to the following problems except

  1. A.inadequate storage and processing facilities
  2. B.poor roads leading to rural areas
  3. C.inadequate number of vehicles plying rural roads
  4. D.inadequate water supply in rural areas.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (inadequate water supply in rural areas.)

Explanation

Produce rots when it cannot be stored, processed or moved quickly; water supply is not the cause.