Advanced Plant Production NCV Level 4 — Document
November 2020 — NCV Level 4 — Advanced Plant Production
NCV Level 4
2020
NCV Agriculture
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1.1Various possible options are given as answers to the following questions. Choose the correct answer and write only the letter (A D\ next to the question number (1.1.1
1.1.10\in your ANSWER BOOK
1.1.1Which tool is not used for pruning thick shoots and hedges
1.1.2Reproduction system that does not involv fertili ation
1.1.3Buds found on tip of stem where growth takes place Nodes Basal buds Terminal buds
1.1.4Asexual repr oduction which involves union of rootstock and a scion to form one plant Layering Budding
1.1.5Reproduction system where offspring resemble parents Fertili
1.1.6The system of planting shoots that are cut off from the mother plant and planted to produce parent plants Layering Cutting
1.1.7ungal disease on plants causing leaves gradually eing covered by white powder
1.1.8Hormone responsible for stimulation of cell division delay ing aging and death of plants
1.1.9lant complet ing its life cycle in one season
1.1.10Characteristic of wind pollinated plant Large amount of pollen
1.2Choose a term from COLUMN B that matches a description in COLUMN A. Write only the letter (A \next to the question number (1.2 .1
1.2.10\in the ANSWER BOOK COLUMN A COLUMN B
1.2.10Cuttings taken from the bottom of certain plants The hormone that stimulates root development Growing plants in water medium Plants that grow higher and are attached to a support with the help of tendrils
1.3Choose the correct word(s\ from those listed below to complete the following sentences. Write only the word(s\ next to the question number (1.3.1
1.3.10\your ANSWER BOOK ethylene, runners, trench layering, parasites, ventilation, bulb, apical wedge graft nursery, tubers,
1.3.1The technique of grafting where the scion is fitted into a wedge cut.
1.3.2This technique is used to propagate rootstocks for orchards.
1.3.3A short unde rground stem with several fleshy leaves in which food is stored.
1.3.4A place where young plants and trees are raised for transplanting later or for the sale of seedling
1.3.5The flow of air to move in and out in a nursery
1.3.6Very small organisms that live on the body of the host and cause it harm
1.3.7A small hand held tool used to make holes in the ground for planting seedlings and bulbs
1.3.8The vegetative part that is used to propagate potatoes
1.3.9The vegetative part that is used to propagate strawberries
1.3.10A hormone that controls fruit ripening and leaf drop (10 1\ (10\ [30] (1011014\30
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2.1Harvesting and storage techniques require particular attention because they impact seed quality.
2.1.1Name FOUR factors that should be consider ed prior to harvesting seeds (4
2.1.2List FOUR methods of breaking dormancy in eeds when preparing for the planting season. (4\
2.2Asexual propagation is an effective technique to maintain species of plants that do not root immediately. Study the sketch
2.2.1Name the propagation technique illustrated above. (1\
2.2.2During which seasons can this method successfully be used? (2\
2.2.3Describe the characteristics of the plant that has to be propagated using this method. (2\
2.2.4Why would a black plastic bag sometimes be used to wrap the moss
2.2.5Under which circumstances would a clear plastic bag be used to wrap the moss? Give TWO reasons. (2\ (1011014\
2.2.6Name the type of hormone that can be used on the wound of the stem. (2\
2.2.7Name TWO tools and TWO materials used for this propagation technique
2.2.8Briefly explain why each of the tools named in 2.2.7 are important in this specific propagation method (4\ [30]30
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3.1Explain why farmers must consider the following when starting a nursery for flower production
3.1.1Market and transport (2\
3.1.2Availability and skills of the work force (2\
3.2Name FIVE environmental conditions that must be considered when choosing nursery site (5\
3.3State the factors that should be considered when using cuttings as a propagating method to ensure that the new growth is successful. (4\
3.4Why do flower growers prefer vegetative plant propagation as opposed to other techniques? (4\
3.5Regula r employees in a nursery are encouraged to continue with training and skills development. Name FIVE types of training a seasoned farmer will provide for his /her
3.6Give FOUR reasons why shrubs and climbers in a nursery must be pruned at regular intervals. (4\
3.7Briefly explain the importance of FOUR of the following p otting soil ingredients Loam soil Peat Coarse sand
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4.1Farmers can use a variety of propagation techniques to increase the number of plants in a nursery.
4.1.1List FIVE different methods of propagating plants. (5\
4.1.2Briefly expl ain each the propagating methods named in
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4.2Why would the production of cut flowers for the fresh flower market be more feasible in an urban situation? (4\
4.3Pure sand can be used as a rooting medium for cuttings, but a mixture of sand and peat moss is way better. Discuss th is statement
4.4Explain the difference between biological control of insects and integrated pest management? (2
4.5.1What is vermiculture? (1\
4.5.2What are the advantage of using this medium for growing of flowers? (2\
4.6Soft rot can cause severe losses to flower producers.
4.6.1Which part of the flowering plant is mostly affected by soft rot? (1\
4.6.2Describe the symptoms of soft rot? (1\ 4.
6.3What measures can f lower growers use to control soft rot? (2\
4.7Different types of containers are used by flower producers to grow flowers. Why would growers use potting bags in a nursery? (3\ [30]30
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5.1Nurseries use a lot of water and the quality of water is crucial as salt water can cause major problems in plant growth. State FOUR factors that determine the water needs of plants in a nursery. (4\
5.2Sub irrigation is one method of watering plants in a nurser y. Name THREE other methods of irrigation which may be used (3\
5.3List FIVE factors that should be considered before deciding on watering method. (5\
5.4Give TWO advantages and TWO disadvantages of sub irrigation system. 4\
5.5Study FIGURE 2 and 3 and answer the question s. FIGURE 2 FIGURE 3 [Source: Advanced Plant Production NQF level 4:2008]
5.5.1Identify the reproductive structures in FIGURE 2 and 3. (2\
5.5.2Name TWO examples of flowering plants that can be produced using FIGURE 2. (2\
5.5.3Name any TWO examples of flowering plant that can be produced using FIGURE 3. (2\
5.6Why is soil on its own considered undesirable as a planting medium when using plant containers in a nursery? (3
5.7Name FIVE types of data regarding the production of plants that must be recorded in a nurser [30] TOTAL:30
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TitleDocument
SubjectAdvanced Plant Production
LevelNCV Level 4
Document typeQuestion paper
Year2020
MonthNovember
Pages10
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Decade2020s
Years ago6y
SeasonSpring (SH)
Start daySunday
Exam periodNovember 2020
Days since exam2,169
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