Q170
Adsali crop of sugarcane yields
A.
700 quintal/hectare
B.
800 quintal/hectare
C.
900 quintal/hectare
D.
1000 - 1200 quintal/hectare
AnswerAnswer: Option D
Solution
Answer: Option D
Solution:
Adsali crop of sugarcane is planted in June/July. Sugarcane is an intermediate day length perennial plant. Adsali crop plantation is mainly followed in low rainfall areas of Maharashtra and the crop remains in the field for 18 months. This practice provides a longer period for vegetative growth therefore it gives a higher yield, approximately 1000 - 1200 quintal/hectare.