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How to Cultivate Coconuts
Contributed by: Webster
  • 1. What is the ideal climate for coconut cultivation?
A) Warm and humid
B) Cold and dry
C) Arid and desert-like
D) Temperate with distinct seasons
  • 2. What type of soil is best suited for coconut palms?
A) Well-drained sandy loam
B) Acidic peat soil
C) Heavy clay soil
D) Rocky soil
  • 3. How much rainfall is typically required for optimal coconut growth?
A) 500-1000 mm per year
B) Over 3000 mm per year
C) 1500-2500 mm per year
D) Less than 500 mm per year
  • 4. What is the optimal planting distance between coconut palms?
A) 7-9 meters
B) 4-6 meters
C) 10-12 meters
D) 2-3 meters
  • 5. What is the best time of year to plant coconut seedlings?
A) End of the summer
B) Beginning of the rainy season
C) Middle of the winter
D) Peak of the dry season
  • 6. Which of the following is NOT a common method of coconut propagation?
A) Seed nuts
B) Tissue culture
C) Seedlings
D) Grafting
  • 7. What is the primary purpose of mulching around coconut palms?
A) Reduce soil drainage
B) Increase soil acidity
C) Conserve soil moisture
D) Attract pests
  • 8. Which nutrient is most important for coconut fruit development?
A) Calcium
B) Potassium
C) Phosphorus
D) Nitrogen
  • 9. What is 'button shedding' in coconuts?
A) A type of coconut disease
B) The process of harvesting mature coconuts
C) Premature falling of immature fruits
D) The formation of new leaves
  • 10. Which pest commonly affects coconut palms by feeding on sap?
A) Grasshopper
B) Earthworm
C) Coconut mite
D) Spider
  • 11. What is 'Lethal Yellowing' a disease of?
A) Banana trees
B) Rubber trees
C) Coconut palms
D) Mango trees
  • 12. What is the approximate gestation period for a coconut to mature?
A) 3-4 months
B) 11-12 months
C) 6-7 months
D) 18-20 months
  • 13. What is the name of the fibrous outer layer of the coconut fruit?
A) Husk
B) Endosperm
C) Shell
D) Kernel
  • 14. What is 'copra'?
A) Coconut husk fiber
B) Dried coconut kernel
C) Coconut oil
D) Coconut water
  • 15. What is the term for the clear liquid inside a young coconut?
A) Coconut water
B) Coconut cream
C) Coconut oil
D) Coconut milk
  • 16. How often should mature coconut palms be fertilized?
A) Once every 5 years
B) 2-3 times per year
C) Once per year
D) Never
  • 17. What is the main benefit of intercropping in coconut plantations?
A) Decreased soil fertility
B) Reduced coconut yield
C) Increased pest infestations
D) Increased income diversification
  • 18. What is the purpose of propping up young coconut seedlings?
A) Attract pollinators
B) Improve soil drainage
C) Encourage faster growth
D) Prevent wind damage
  • 19. Which of these is a dwarf variety of coconut?
A) Malayan Dwarf
B) East Coast Tall
C) West Coast Tall
D) Jamaica Tall
  • 20. What is the best method to control rhinoceros beetle in coconut plantations?
A) Flooding the area
B) Burning the affected palms
C) Pheromone traps
D) Introducing more beetles
  • 21. What is the significance of 'Tapping' in coconut farming?
A) Harvesting mature nuts
B) Checking for root diseases
C) Collecting sap for toddy production
D) Pruning old leaves
  • 22. Why is proper drainage essential in coconut cultivation?
A) Reduces nutrient absorption
B) Attracts earthworms
C) Increases water retention
D) Prevents root rot
  • 23. What is the primary use of coconut shell charcoal?
A) Fertilizer
B) Animal feed
C) Building material
D) Fuel and adsorbent
  • 24. What does 'ratooning' refer to in coconut context?
A) Replanting coconut trees after harvesting
B) Fertilizing only at the root zone
C) It is not a practice used in coconut cultivation
D) Pruning of lower branches
  • 25. Which element is most important in preventing button shedding?
A) Zinc
B) Boron
C) Manganese
D) Iron
  • 26. What type of irrigation is most efficient for coconut plantations?
A) Surface irrigation
B) Flood irrigation
C) Drip irrigation
D) Sprinkler irrigation
  • 27. What is the benefit of planting cover crops in coconut plantations?
A) Suppress weeds and improve soil health
B) Reduce coconut yield
C) Attract pests
D) Increase soil erosion
  • 28. How does saltwater intrusion affect coconut palms?
A) Promotes faster growth
B) Has no effect
C) Improves fruit quality
D) Reduces yield and can cause death
  • 29. What is the term for removing old and unproductive fronds?
A) Pruning
B) Grafting
C) Tapping
D) Harvesting
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