Improvement In Crop Yields
Chapter Name : Improvement In Food Resources |
Sub Topic Code : 103_09_15_01_10 |
Topic Name : Improvement In Crop Yields |
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Sub Topic Name : Storage Of Grains |
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Introduction
Storage of grains - Storage losses in agricultural produce can be very high. grains are stored for future use, during storage losses can occur.
Pre-Requisites:
What does storage of grains mean and why is it important.
Activity:
Videos which show how biotic and abiotic factors lead to storage losses.
Real Life Question:
What are the preventive measures to be taken during storage of grains.
Key Words / FlashCards
| Key Words | Definitions (pref. in our own words) |
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| Biotic factors that can lead to storage losses | insects, rodents, fungi, mites and bacteria. |
| Abiotic factors include | inappropriate moisture and temperatures in the place of storage. |
| Preventive measures that can be taken are | Strict cleaning of the produce before storage, proper drying of the produce first in sunlight and then in shade, and fumigation using chemicals that can kill pests. |
Learning aids / Gadgets
| Gadgets | How it can be used |
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Real life uses :
Taking control and preventive measures during storage can reduce the loss of crops.
Places to visit :
Storage houses.
Practical examples around us
| Examples | Explainations |
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What you learn in Theory:
What is storage and what leads to storage losses.
What you learn in Practice:
Why is it important to take preventive measure for storage of grains.