Nursery Crop Production Concepts

The video provides an overview of nursery crop production in the U.S., focusing on both container and field nurseries. It covers nursery layout, land preparation, necessary structures, marketing strategies, and production practices. The video also discusses the advantages and challenges of container-grown crops, as well as field nursery practices, including site preparation and irrigation. The importance of proper watering, pest control, and soil management is emphasized for successful nursery operations.

Which state is the leading producer of nursery crops in the United States?

• California

• New York

• Florida

• Texas

What is a key advantage of container nurseries over field nurseries?

• They have less control over media used.

• They are more labor-intensive.

• They allow for year-round marketing.

• They require more land per plant.

What is the primary purpose of a coldframe in nursery operations?

• To store pesticides.

• To supply heat through solar radiation.

• To protect plants from pests.

• To provide the best environmental control.

What percentage of plants grown in a nursery should typically be common standards?

• 90%

• 50%

• 70%

• 30%

What is a major challenge associated with container-grown nursery crops?

• They are not susceptible to winter damage.

• They are less labor-intensive.

• They have more control over media used.

• They require careful monitoring of water and fertilizer.

Which method is commonly used in Florida to stabilize pots during windy conditions?

• Bare root method

• Balled and burlapped method

• Pot-in-pot method

• Overwintering houses

What is the purpose of using dolomitic limestone in nursery operations?

• To increase soil acidity

• To supply calcium and magnesium

• To decrease microbial activity

• To prevent erosion

What is a disadvantage of the bare root production system?

• It requires more soil.

• It is less economical for shipping.

• It is more expensive.

• It causes transplanting shock.

Why is plant spacing important in field nurseries?

• It determines the final size of the plant.

• It reduces the need for irrigation.

• It prevents pest infestations.

• It allows for easier movement of plants.

What is the role of tensiometers in nursery irrigation?

• To determine when to water plants

• To control pests

• To measure soil pH

• To apply fertilizers