Farming in Japan and Asia
- Udo Harvesting: Udo, a wild edible plant, is harvested in Japan from December to April. Farmers use a softening agriculture method to grow Udo, which is then harvested when it reaches 70 cm in height.
- Lotus Root Harvesting: Lotus roots are harvested in Japan from July to March. Farmers cut off the stems and leaves above the lake water, then dig up the roots, which are sold for around 2.8 USD per kilogram.
- Mushroom Harvesting: Japan is famous for its mushrooms, including Shitaki and Ganoderma. Shitaki mushrooms are harvested by hand, while Ganoderma mushrooms are grown on logs and harvested after 9 months.
- Cabbage Harvesting: Cabbage is harvested in Japan after 70-115 days of planting. Farmers use a knife to cut the head of cabbage from the stem, leaving a few leaves on the outside to protect it during storage.
- Fruit Harvesting: Fruit harvesting is a significant industry in Asia, with apples, jurian, dragon fruit, bananas, and pineapples being harvested in various countries. Each fruit has its own unique harvesting process and requirements.
| Term | Definition | Example Usage |
|---|---|---|
| Udo Harvesting | The process of harvesting Udo, a wild edible plant, in Japan from December to April. | Udo harvesting is done using a softening agriculture method, where the plants are grown to 70 cm in height before being harvested. |
| Lotus Root Harvesting | The process of harvesting lotus roots in Japan from July to March. | Lotus roots are harvested by cutting off the stems and leaves above the lake water, then digging up the roots, which are sold for around 2.8 USD per kilogram. |
| Mushroom Harvesting | The process of harvesting mushrooms, including Shitaki and Ganoderma, in Japan. | Shitaki mushrooms are harvested by hand, while Ganoderma mushrooms are grown on logs and harvested after 9 months. |
| Cabbage Harvesting | The process of harvesting cabbage in Japan after 70-115 days of planting. | Cabbage is harvested by cutting the head of cabbage from the stem, leaving a few leaves on the outside to protect it during storage. |
| Fruit Harvesting | The process of harvesting fruit, including apples, jurian, dragon fruit, bananas, and pineapples, in various countries in Asia. | Fruit harvesting is a significant industry in Asia, with each fruit having its own unique harvesting process and requirements. |
Vocabulary Quiz: Farming in Japan and Asia
- What does the term “softening” refer to in the context of Udo harvesting?
- A method of irrigation
- A type of fertilizer
- A technique to make the plant grow faster
- A method of agriculture used to grow Udo
- What is the approximate price of lotus roots per kilogram in Japan?
- 1.5 USD
- 2.8 USD
- 3.5 USD
- 4.2 USD
- How are Shitaki mushrooms typically harvested?
- By machine
- By hand
- Using chemicals
- Using logs
- What is the purpose of leaving a few leaves on the outside of the cabbage during harvesting?
- To increase its weight
- To protect it during storage
- To make it look more appealing
- To reduce its price
- What is a characteristic of fruit harvesting in Asia?
- It is only done in Japan
- Each fruit has its own unique harvesting process
- It is only done by machine
- It is only done in winter
Answer Key
- d) A method of agriculture used to grow Udo
- b) 2.8 USD
- b) By hand
- b) To protect it during storage
- b) Each fruit has its own unique harvesting process
The Use of the Passive Voice in Descriptions
| Explanation |
|---|
| The passive voice is often used in descriptive texts to focus on the action rather than the doer of the action. This is particularly common in technical or informative writing, such as in recipes, instructions, or descriptions of processes. The passive voice can make the text more concise and formal, and it can also help to avoid repetition of the subject. In the given text, the passive voice is used to describe the harvesting processes of various plants and fruits. |
Quiz: The Use of the Passive Voice in Descriptions
Choose the correct sentence in the passive voice:
1. Udo is harvested in Japan from December to April.
a) The farmers harvest Udo in Japan from December to April.
b) Udo is harvested in Japan from December to April.
c) Japan harvests Udo from December to April.
d) Udo harvests in Japan from December to April.
2. Which of the following sentences is in the passive voice?
a) The farmers cut off the stems and leaves above the lake water.
b) The stems and leaves above the lake water are cut off.
c) The lotus roots are cut off by the farmers.
d) The farmers are cutting off the stems and leaves.
3. Which sentence is in the passive voice?
a) Shitaki mushrooms are harvested by hand.
b) Hand harvesting is used for Shitaki mushrooms.
c) The farmers harvest Shitaki mushrooms by hand.
d) Shitaki mushrooms harvest by hand.
4. Choose the correct sentence in the passive voice:
a) The farmers use a knife to cut the head of cabbage from the stem.
b) The head of cabbage is cut from the stem by a knife.
c) A knife cuts the head of cabbage from the stem.
d) The head of cabbage is cut from the stem.
5. Which sentence is in the passive voice?
a) Each fruit has its own unique harvesting process and requirements.
b) The harvesting process and requirements are unique for each fruit.
c) The farmers harvest each fruit with its own unique process and requirements.
d) Each fruit is harvested with its own unique process and requirements.
Quiz Answer Key
1. b) Udo is harvested in Japan from December to April.
2. b) The stems and leaves above the lake water are cut off.
3. a) Shitaki mushrooms are harvested by hand.
4. d) The head of cabbage is cut from the stem.
5. d) Each fruit is harvested with its own unique process and requirements.
