Lesson 3 - Barley SAQ
This lesson provides the opportunity for you to test yourself on the material covered in Lesson 2 (Barley) and determine the level to which you have attained the expected outcomes.
Suggested Response - Q2
*List the conditions that affect the growth and yield of a barley crop.
Response:
Cool, moderately dry – barley thrives.
Hot and dry – barley can withstand these conditions but yield may be low especially if the field is not irrigated.
Hot and wet – these conditions carry a disease risk.
Winter barley needs low temperatures to be able to flower.
Photoperiod sensitivity – day length influences when the barley plant will flower.