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Agriculture · Q163

Agronomy

Graduate and Post Graduate · Agriculture · question 163

Q163

One of the principles of conservation agriculture is

A.
Ensure good germination through proper tilth
B.
Minimum 30% of crop residue to be retained
C.
Minimum 30% of the land must be covered with crop residue
Answer
D.
Drip irrigation should be used to conserve water

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Conservation agriculture is based on three main principles:
i. Minimum mechanical soil disturbance. (i.e. no tillage)
ii. Permanent soil organic cover minimum of 30% with crop residues or cover crops.
iii. Species diversification.