Questionnaire for Problem Quantification

Q1: What is your age group?

A. 15-25 B. 26-35 C. 36-60 D. 61-80

Q2: Is food security and the fact that Mauritians are increasing the import of fruits and

vegetables a real problem that needs to be tackled? A. Strongly disagree B. Disagree C. Neutral D. Agree E. Strongly Agree

Q3: How much do you spend weekly on vegetables?

A. Less than Rs 100 B. In between Rs 100 and 250 C. In between Rs 250 and 500 D. More than Rs 500

Q4: Do you already grow your own crops?

A. YES B. NO

If no, do you think it will be beneficial to you to grow your own crops?

A. Strongly disagree B. Disagree C. Neutral D. Agree E. Strongly Agree

Q5: Do you have access to seed or seedlings to be able to start growing your own plants?

A. YES B. NO

Q6: Do you use compost or have a compost bin at home?

A. YES B. NO

Q7: Is bio agriculture beneficial to your health? A. Strongly disagree B. Disagree C. Neutral D. Agree E. Strongly Agree

Q8: Is it better to consume fresh vegetables that have not been refrigerated?

A. Strongly disagree B. Disagree C. Neutral D. Agree E. Strongly Agree

Q9: What is the main reason for not being able to grow your own vegetables?

A. Lack of time / lifestyle B. Lack of energy C. Not enough land to grow your crops D. Lack of knowledge

Q10: Is there a need for a product or solution that will make growing your vegetables at home easier?

A. Strongly disagree B. Disagree C. Neutral D. Agree E. Strongly Agree

Q11: Is the initial investment required to be able to grow your vegetables at home a main deciding factor?

A. Strongly disagree B. Disagree C. Neutral D. Agree E. Strongly Agree