Harvesting of Oil Palm

What is the typical lifespan of an oil palm tree?

• 5-10 years

• 10-15 years

• 25-30 years

• 50-60 years

What is the term used to describe a bunch of oil palm fruits?

• Fresh Fruit Bunch (FFB)

• Loose Fruit Cluster

• Oil Palm Crown

• Mature Palm Cluster

How do you determine if an oil palm fruit bunch is ready for harvesting?

• The bunches are still green

• The bunch has a bright orange or red color, and loose fruits are on the ground

• The fruits are yellow

• The stalk is still fresh and green

Which of the following tools is used for harvesting oil palm fruit bunches from taller trees?

• Chisel

• Machete

• Sickle or Malayan Knife

• Harvester

How frequently should oil palms typically be harvested?

• Every 5 days

• Every 10-14 days

• Once a month

• Every 6 months

What happens if oil palm fruits are harvested too late?

• The oil quality improves

• The fruits ripen perfectly

• The fruits may fall, leading to wastage and reduced oil quality

• Nothing significant happens

Which of the following is a sustainable practice in oil palm harvesting?

• Only harvesting overripe fruits

• Clearing forests without replanting

• Regular replanting and maintaining biodiversity

• Using all fruits regardless of ripeness

Tags

NGSS.HS-ETS1-3

NGSS.HS-LS2-7

How long after harvesting should oil palm fruits ideally be processed to maintain quality?

• Immediately

• Within 12 hours

• Within 24-48 hours

• After a week

What is the main purpose of collecting loose fruits on the ground during harvesting?

• To use them as compost

• To minimize wastage and maximize oil production

• To discard them as waste

• To feed animals

What challenge arises as oil palm trees grow taller?

• More oil is produced

• It becomes more difficult to harvest the fruit bunches

• The trees need more water

• The fruits stop ripening