# The passion fruit in Indonesia - 科目：雅思听力真题（Part 4） - 考频：中频 - 题目数：10 - 来源页：https://www.yaquan.site/paper/ed1223f8-ab8f-4761-b70f-f05f40d6da4b（在线机考练习与音频请访问该页面） - 数据更新：2026-10-29 ## 题目原文 00:00:00,700 A passion fruit production in Indonesia. 00:00:04,380 Listen carefully and answer questions thirty-one to forty. 00:00:09,480 Today, I'll be discussing the significance of passion fruit farming in Indonesia, its influence on the economy, and how it compares with other countries that grow the fruit commercially. Let's begin with the growing conditions. You might assume that tropical fruit, like passion fruit, would flourish in coastal areas, but in fact, that's not the case. In Indonesia, passion fruit can only grow successfully at a certain altitude. Specifically, it needs to be planted in areas that are at least eight hundred meters above sea level. This elevation offers the right balance of sunlight and cooler air, which are essential for healthy growth. 00:00:53,500 Although some people believe that fertile valleys would be ideal for farming, the passion fruit actually performs better in mountainous terrain with less humidity. Over the last few years, there's been a noticeable increase in the volume of passion fruit being harvested. Many farms in Western Java, in particular, have reported significantly higher yields compared to the past. This change hasn't come about randomly. It's largely the result of improved cultivation techniques, access to better seedlings, and some degree of government assistance for small farmers. 00:01:31,720 Of course, some regions have experienced declines due to poor management, but nationally, the trend has been largely positive. And while it may seem like the output has simply held steady, the actual statistics show a marked rise in yield. 00:01:49,300 That being said, it's important to note that this increase hasn't been consistent across the board. In some areas, the weather has had a negative impact on production. Passion fruit is quite delicate and doesn't respond well to sudden shifts in climate. Extended periods of rain or unseasonal dry spells can both reduce the number of viable fruits on a vine. 00:02:15,640 While it's true that pests can affect some crops, insects are not considered a major concern for passion fruit in this region. Likewise, irrigation isn't the main issue, as most plantations receive adequate water supply through natural rainfall. Now let's take a brief look at Kenya, where an interesting development has taken place. Until a few years ago, their passion fruit season was fairly limited. But thanks to recent innovations in greenhouse farming and irrigation control, fruits can now be grown throughout the whole year. This is a big step forward for farmers there, as it allows for more stable income and continuous export opportunities, regardless of the season. While some improvements in Kenya have focused on boosting fruit size or reducing the harvest time, those have been secondary. The year-round cultivation remains the most impactful breakthrough. 00:03:14,860 In contrast, New Zealand faces a few hurdles with its passion fruit exports. 00:03:20,500 One particular problem is the appearance of color fading. Even though the fruit may still taste fine after being stored for a certain time, its skin can lose its vibrant color and look less appealing. Exporters often find that by the time the fruit reaches overseas markets, it looks less fresh, which can affect its sale price. 00:03:42,400 Contrary to what some might think, the issue isn't really about insufficient supply. In fact, production levels are adequate. And while delays in transportation can cause issues for some fresh goods, that's not the main reason for consumer dissatisfaction here. 00:04:01,120 Now, moving on to consumer preferences. In Western countries like Germany and the UK, passion fruit is becoming increasingly popular. One of the main reasons for this is that it is additive-free. In other words, the fruit doesn't need artificial colorings or preservatives to stay fresh or taste good. This natural quality appeals to health-conscious consumers who prefer cleaner labels and fewer chemicals in their food. 00:04:31,390 Some buyers may also be drawn to its sweetness or its relatively large size, but those characteristics are more secondary. The absence of chemical additives is what really sets it apart in the market. 00:04:45,700 Despite this rising demand, Indonesian exporters have sometimes faced shortages. In recent years, one major issue has been unstable price levels. Prices tend to fluctuate frequently, making it hard for farmers to plan their planting seasons with confidence. When prices are low, they may decide not to grow the fruit at all, and when prices rise, it's often too late in the season to start. 00:05:14,700 It's not due to young trees either, as most plantations are well established and mature. 00:05:21,520 And labor availability, while important, hasn't posed a major problem in these regions. 00:05:28,700 Another country we should revisit is New Zealand. When we compare their situation to Kenya, we find a different limitation. 00:05:37,760 While Kenya can cultivate year-round, New Zealand's growing season is much more restricted. 00:05:44,420 In fact, the plant period is short, only running from February through to July. This gives farmers a narrow window for harvesting, which limits the amount they can produce in a single year. 00:05:58,160 Although some have pointed to a lack of equipment as a challenge or even poor soil condition in certain areas, these are not the main barriers in this case. 00:06:08,560 Despite these challenges, passion fruit farming continues to bring value to many economies. In Indonesia, while some of the harvest is sold in local markets, it's estimated that over ninety-five percent of the produce is exported, particularly to regions like South America, where it's used in juices, desserts, and even cosmetics. Finally, let's consider the socioeconomic effects of this industry. Because passion fruit farming is relatively labor-intensive, it can provide jobs for a sizable workforce, particularly in rural communities where employment opportunities are often limited. And aside from creating work, the expansion of the industry can improve the use of land. Many of the highland regions where passion fruit is grown were previously underdeveloped or used inefficiently. 00:07:05,080 Now, they're being turned into productive agricultural zones, boosting both local income and national exports. ## 题目与答案 ### 31. 31 Passion fruit grows in 31 Passion fruit grows in - coastal areas - certain altitude - fertile valleys **答案**：certain altitude 原文定位：In Indonesia, passion fruit can only grow successfully at a certain altitude. Specifically, it needs to be planted in areas that are at least eight hundred meters above sea level ### 32. 32 Produce yielding in recent years 32 Produce yielding in recent years - noticeably increased - declined - remained the same **答案**：noticeably increased 原文定位：Over the last few years, there's been a noticeable increase in the volume of passion fruit being harvested 同义替换：「Produce yielding」↔「the volume of passion fruit being harvested」；「in recent years」↔「Over the last few years」 ### 33. 33 The production in area was affected by 33 The production in area was affected by - the weather - insects - poor irrigation **答案**：the weather 原文定位：In some areas, the weather has had a negative impact on production. Passion fruit is quite delicate and doesn't respond well to sudden shifts in climate. Extended periods of rain or unseasonal dry spells can both reduce the number of viable fruits on a vine 同义替换：「was affected by」↔「has had a negative impact on」；「weather」↔「climate」 ### 34. 34 What improvement has been made in Kenya? 34 What improvement has been made in Kenya? - the fruit grows larger - fruits now can be grown through the whole year - the harvest time has been reduced **答案**：fruits now can be grown through the whole year 原文定位：But thanks to recent innovations in greenhouse farming and irrigation control, fruits can now be grown throughout the whole year 同义替换：「improvement」↔「development」 ### 35. 35 In New Zealand the exported passion fruit's disadvantage is 35 In New Zealand the exported passion fruit's disadvantage is - appearance of colour-fading - insufficient supply - unreliability of transportation **答案**：appearance of colour-fading 原文定位：One particular problem is the appearance of color fading. Even though the fruit may still taste fine after being stored for a certain time, its skin can lose its vibrant color and look less appealing 同义替换：「disadvantage」↔「problem」 ### 36. 36 Why do people in western countries like the fruits? 36 Why do people in western countries like the fruits? - they are sweet - they are large - it is additive-free **答案**：it is additive-free 原文定位：One of the main reasons for this is that it is additive-free. In other words, the fruit doesn't need artificial colorings or preservatives to stay fresh or taste good 同义替换：「like」↔「becoming increasingly popular」；「Why」↔「the main reasons」；「additive-free」↔「no artificial additives」 ### 37. 37 In recent years, the export-shortage of passion fruits is because of 37 In recent years, the export-shortage of passion fruits is because of - young trees - unstable price - limited manpower **答案**：unstable price 原文定位：In recent years, one major issue has been unstable price levels. Prices tend to fluctuate frequently, making it hard for farmers to plan their planting seasons with confidence 同义替换：「because of」↔「one major issue has been」；「Unstable price」↔「Prices tend to fluctuate frequently」 ### 38. 38 Compared to Kenya, what's the problem for plantations in New Zealand? 38 Compared to Kenya, what's the problem for plantations in New Zealand? - the plant period is short - lack of equipment - poor soil condition **答案**：the plant period is short 原文定位：While Kenya can cultivate year-round, New Zealand's growing season is much more restricted. In fact, the plant period is short, only running from February through to July 同义替换：「problem」↔「limitation」 ### 39. ·Passion fruit farming can provide jobs for a sizable 39_____ . ·Passion fruit farming can provide jobs for a sizable 39_____ . **答案**：workforce 原文定位：Because passion fruit farming is relatively labor-intensive, it can provide jobs for a sizable workforce, particularly in rural communities where employment opportunities are often limited ### 40. ·It can help improve the use of 40_____ . ·It can help improve the use of 40_____ . **答案**：land 原文定位：And aside from creating work, the expansion of the industry can improve the use of land --- 以上内容由鸭圈雅思真题库（www.yaquan.site）提供，收录近期雅思考试真题回忆，支持在线机考模式免费练习。