Across
- 1. The removal of unwanted parts of a plant to preserve its freshness.
- 6. Removing live matter from plants such as tree pruning to increase the yield of crops.
- 7. The process in which fruits and vegetables are submerged in boiling water briefly followed by quickly cooling them down in ice water.
- 10. A stand by the roadside where someone sells commodities
- 11. Using water to remove dirt and pathogens from plants.
- 12. Applying a thin layer of wax to the roots and stem of a plant to protect the plant's freshness.
Down
- 2. Another term for yield
- 3. The removal of certain limbs of a plant to increase crop yield.
- 4. A market in which farmers sell fruits, vegetables, and homemade goods directly to customers.
- 5. Removing the water in plants by exposing them in heat to preserve its freshness.
- 8. Seasons in which rainfall and temperature are optimal for growing crops.
- 9. Raw materials that can be sold for profit such as apples and vanilla beans.