Crop Production and Management Quiz

Crops grown during the rainy season (June to September) in India, when rainfall is abundant.

Crops planted in the winter season (October to March) in India, when the weather is cooler and there is often less rainfall.

The process of preparing the soil for planting crops, which includes turning the soil over and loosening it.

Earthworms and microbes live in the soil and break down organic matter, creating humus and improving soil quality.

The process of providing water to crops, which is crucial for their growth.

The process of removing unwanted plants (weeds) that compete with crops for water, nutrients, and sunlight.

Harvesting is the process of collecting ripe crops from the fields.

The process of storing harvested crops in a way that prevents spoilage and preserves their quality.

A basic tool used to remove weeds and loosen the soil. It has a long rod with a flat, bent iron plate at one end, pushed through the soil by hand or animal power.

A large tool used to break up soil clumps and turn over the soil before planting seeds. It is pulled by animals or tractors.

A tractor-powered machine that efficiently prepares soil for planting, saving time and labor.

Before planting, seeds are soaked in water to separate healthy seeds from damaged ones. Healthy seeds sink because they are heavier, while damaged seeds float because they're hollow.

The state of the soil in terms of its wetness or dryness.

Planting seeds in the prepared soil at the right time and depth.

The tools and techniques used for farming, including hoes, ploughs, cultivators, and seed testing methods.

Seeds are chosen based on their quality, health, and ability to give high yields. Farmers want seeds that will produce a lot of crops.

A traditional tool used for sowing seeds, shaped like a funnel. Seeds are placed into the funnel and then dropped through pipes with sharp ends, which pierce the soil and place the seeds.

A modern tool powered by a tractor. It sows seeds evenly in rows, improving efficiency and reducing the time and effort needed for sowing.

The process of providing plants with enough sunlight, nutrients, and water from the soil. This ensures they can grow healthy and strong.

Removing some plants to prevent overcrowding. This prevents competition for resources and allows the remaining plants to grow larger and healthier.

Substances added to the soil to provide nutrients for healthy plant growth. This helps crops develop strong roots, stems, and leaves.

Seeds are first grown in a small, controlled environment, like a nursery, before being transplanted to the field. This allows for better seedling development and survival.

Planting seeds at a specific distance ensures each plant has enough space to grow, minimizing competition for resources like sunlight, water, and nutrients.

The decomposed organic matter from plants and animals, like manure, replenishes soil nutrients, making it richer for crops to grow.

The process of breaking down plant and animal waste into a nutrient-rich fertilizer by microorganisms.

Continuous farming in the same field depletes the soil of nutrients, weakening crops. Manure adds these essential nutrients back into the soil.

A seed drill helps evenly sow seeds at the correct depth and spacing, saving time and labor compared to manual sowing.

The process of adding manure to the soil to replenish nutrients lost from continuous cropping.

Insufficient or improper manuring can lead to weak and unhealthy plants, affecting their growth and yield.

A traditional method of lifting water using a system of ropes and a pulley to raise a bucket from a well or river.

A traditional water lifting device that uses an endless chain with buckets attached to lift water vertically.

A traditional Indian water lifting device that uses a large bucket attached to a rope and lever to draw water from a well or river.

A traditional water lifting device that uses a long wooden beam with a bucket attached to one end and a counterweight at the other, creating a seesaw-like motion.

A modern irrigation method where water is sprayed evenly over a field through rotating nozzles on pipes.

A modern irrigation technique where water is delivered directly to the roots of plants through a series of tubes and drippers.

Describes the use of diesel, biogas, electricity, and solar energy to power modern pumps for irrigation.

The process of separating grain from the chaff after harvesting, which is often done with a machine called a combine.

A tool used for cutting crops, often used manually by swinging it through the stalks.

A machine that combines both harvesting and threshing, efficiently gathering the crop and separating the grain from the chaff.

A machine used to spray pesticides or herbicides on crops, which are diluted in water.

The practice of burning leftover crop stubble in the field, which Paheli is concerned about because it can cause pollution.

The act of keeping harvested crops safe and preserved for longer periods, often requiring proper storage methods to prevent spoilage.

The time of year when crops are harvested, often filled with joy and celebration, as farmers reap the rewards of their hard work.

Special festivals celebrated during harvest season in different parts of India, reflecting the importance of this period for farmers and communities.