The diagram traces mangoes from orchards in Mirpur Khas to buyers in the Gulf. Fig. 1 includes grading, cold storage, a refrigerated lorry and a container t...
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The diagram traces mangoes from orchards in Mirpur Khas to buyers in the Gulf. Fig. 1 includes grading, cold storage, a refrigerated lorry and a container terminal at Port Qasim. Exporters use this chain because fruit quality can change quickly after harvesting.
(a) Identify the stage where mangoes are sorted by quality. [1]
(b) Explain two reasons why cold storage is important in this trade. [2]
(c) Analyse two benefits to Pakistan of exporting processed or carefully packed fruit rather than ungraded fruit. [2]
Answer Details
(a) Grading and packing shed / grading stage [1] (b) Any two: low temperature slows ripening and decay [1]; it reduces waste before the fruit reaches buyers [1]; it helps exporters meet quality standards [1]; it allows fruit to travel further while remaining saleable [1]. (c) Any two: better-quality products can earn a higher export price [1]; packing and processing create jobs in Pakistan [1]; reduced spoilage raises export income [1]; reliable quality can build overseas demand and improve Pakistan's trade position [1].
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