Characteristics of agricultural produce

Agricultural Science JSS 3 First Term

WEEK 3

Characteristics of agricultural produce

Performance Objectives

Student should be able to:

     1. Mention the characteristics of agricultural produce.

     2. Explain the nature of agricultural produce.   

Content

Characteristics of agricultural products

There are basic characteristics inherent in agricultural products. They are:

1. Seasonal: That is, large quantities of the product may be available at a particular time and very small quantities at other periods.

2. Bulky: These are products that have to be further processed to remove the waste and reduce the weight. For example cassava, sugarcane and oil palm fruit bunches are very bulky in relation.... View More

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