Q494
Major post harvest problem in Gerbera is
A.
Bent neck
B.
Bullhead
C.
Calyx splitting
D.
Conking
AnswerAnswer: Option D
Solution
Answer: Option D
Solution:
The major post-harvest problem in Gerbera is Conking.Gerbera daisies can suffer from conking, a condition that causes the stem to become weak and fold in half.
Cold storage at night helps minimize conking problems. Preventing dehydration and bacterial growth in the water also helps keep Gerbera flowers upright.