Question

mention the factors affecting stored and describe their preventive measures

Answer 1

a) During storage of grains high losses can occur.Factors responsible for such losses can be categorised as :
(i) Biotic factors : These include rodents, fungi,insects, mites and bacteria.
(ii) Abiotic factors: These are like inappropriate moisture and temperature conditions in the place of storage.
(b) Preventive measures:
(i) Strict cleaning of the produce before storage.
(ii) Fumigation should be done to kill pests.

Answer 2

Answer:

1.Biotic factors:these include rodents,fungi,insects mites ,and bacteria.

2.abiotic factors:these are like inappropriate moisture and temperature conditions in the place of storage

Explanation: