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Agriculture · Q133

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Graduate and Post Graduate · Agriculture · question 133

Q133

Wind breaks are planted in orchards towards

A.
South West
B.
North West
Answer
C.
South East
D.
North South

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
A windbreak is a row or group of trees, shrubs, or structural elements (e.g. fences) that are used to block and direct the wind. Vegetative windbreaks are used in agriculture to prevent wind erosion or damage to field crops.
Windbreaks are planted in orchards towards the North West.
The windbreaks and shelterbelts should be formed in a North-West direction. These shall secure the crops and livestock against cold waves also.