Agricultural Nursery Management Quiz JULY 25

What is the primary purpose of site preparation in nursery management?

• To create decorative landscaping

• To establish proper drainage and growing conditions

• To build permanent structures

• To attract wildlife

Which of the following is NOT a component of proper nursery maintenance?

• Pest control

• Cleaning

• Daily replanting

• Ventilation system

What is the recommended plot spacing for nursery beds according to the specifications?

• 2 meters

• 1 meter

• 1/2 meter

• 35 centimeters

Which preventive measure helps control weeds, soil erosion, and pests while conserving fertilizer?

• Sterilization

• Mulching

• Pulverizing

• Canal construction

What is a critical factor in maintaining general cleanliness in the nursery?

• Daily watering

• Removing plant debris and spilled potting media

• Painting the walls

• Installing new equipment

Why are metal benches preferred in nursery settings?

• They are cheaper

• They are more decorative

• They are less porous and easier to clean

• They are more durable in sunlight

What is the most effective flooring material for preventing pathogen harbor in greenhouses?

• Plastic barriers

• Weed cloth

• Concrete

• Natural soil

How should initial bench sanitation be performed?

• Only washing with water

• Applying disinfectant without cleaning

• Remove debris, wash with soapy water, rinse, then disinfect

• Simply sweeping the surface

What is the primary purpose of a pressure tank in nursery operations?

• To store fertilizer

• To regulate water pressure

• To heat the greenhouse

• To control humidity

Which is the most effective natural preventive measure against inclement weather?

• Fire walls

• Windbreaks

• Hanging plants

• Ornamental plants