As much as 25% of the fruits and vegetables grown in Chinese agricultural regions rot before they can be brought to market. Which of these approaches is a possible solution?
A. Farming less efficiently
B. Planting more crops from seeds
C. Irrigating less often
D. Preserving crops more efficiently
D. Preserving crops more efficiently
By improving methods of preservation, such as better refrigeration, storage techniques, and transportation systems, the amount of fruits and vegetables that rot before reaching the market can be significantly reduced. This would help increase food availability and reduce waste.