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SSC CGL 2022 PYQ — Question 45

SSC CGL - 20 April 2022 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q45

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The branch of horticulture which deals with the production, storage, processing and
marketing of vegetables is called ______.
 

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. olericulture

  • The branch of horticulture which deals with the production, storage, processing and
    marketing of vegetables is called olericulture.
  • It encompasses crop establishment, including cultivar selection, seedbed preparation and establishment of vegetable crops by seed and transplants.
  • It also includes maintenance and care of vegetable crops as well commercial and non-traditional vegetable crop production including organic gardening and organic farming; sustainable agriculture and horticulture; hydroponics; and biotechnology.