Chapter 1: Crop Production and Management

Q1. What are the steps involved in crop production?

Solution

Preparation of soil, Sowing, Adding manure/fertilizers, Irrigation, Protecting from weeds/pests, Harvesting, Storage.

Q2. What is the difference between manure and fertilizer?

Solution

Manure: Natural, organic, improves soil structure
Fertilizer: Chemical, concentrated nutrients, can cause pollution