Question

    ‘Bagging’ or protective covering of fruit clusters

    is commonly used to protect against which type of pest?
    A Fruit flies Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Birds Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Caterpillars Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Squirrels Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Bats Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

     ‘Bagging’ of fruit clusters is practiced to protect the developing fruits from various pests, particularly fruit flies. This method involves enclosing fruit clusters in bags which act as a physical barrier to prevent the flies from laying eggs on the fruits.

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