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What is the main goal of designing a cropping pattern?
What is the main goal of designing a cropping pattern?
- To minimize land usage
- To achieve maximum solar radiation interception (correct)
- To reduce the need for pest control
- To maximize the types of crops grown
Which cropping pattern allows for interculture operations in two directions?
Which cropping pattern allows for interculture operations in two directions?
- Square pattern (correct)
- Hexagonal pattern
- Rectangular pattern (correct)
- Triangular pattern
Which cropping pattern is known for forming a hexagon with trees planted at the corners of equilateral triangles?
Which cropping pattern is known for forming a hexagon with trees planted at the corners of equilateral triangles?
- Square pattern
- Hexagonal pattern (correct)
- Rectangular pattern
- Triangular pattern
What is a major limitation of the hexagonal cropping pattern?
What is a major limitation of the hexagonal cropping pattern?
What distinguishes the triangular cropping pattern from the square cropping pattern?
What distinguishes the triangular cropping pattern from the square cropping pattern?
What is a characteristic of the square cropping pattern?
What is a characteristic of the square cropping pattern?
Which cropping pattern would most likely minimize competition for nutrients among trees?
Which cropping pattern would most likely minimize competition for nutrients among trees?
Which of the following is an objective of creating a cropping pattern in orchards?
Which of the following is an objective of creating a cropping pattern in orchards?
Which cropping system involves planting a single crop species at a time?
Which cropping system involves planting a single crop species at a time?
Which of the following crops is commonly associated with mono-cropping?
Which of the following crops is commonly associated with mono-cropping?
What is a significant disadvantage of mono-cropping?
What is a significant disadvantage of mono-cropping?
In mixed cropping, how can crop species be arranged?
In mixed cropping, how can crop species be arranged?
How long are mono-crops typically maintained before re-planting?
How long are mono-crops typically maintained before re-planting?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of mixed cropping?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of mixed cropping?
Which of the following companies primarily practices mono-cropping for easier management?
Which of the following companies primarily practices mono-cropping for easier management?
Which combination exemplifies mixed cropping?
Which combination exemplifies mixed cropping?
What is the purpose of including legumes in a rotational cropping system?
What is the purpose of including legumes in a rotational cropping system?
What type of crop is typically planted first in the rotational cropping sequence mentioned?
What type of crop is typically planted first in the rotational cropping sequence mentioned?
Which of the following is a benefit of crop rotation as stated in the content?
Which of the following is a benefit of crop rotation as stated in the content?
When are wet paddy fields typically planted according to the cropping method described?
When are wet paddy fields typically planted according to the cropping method described?
What is the main purpose of cash cropping in relation to perennial crops?
What is the main purpose of cash cropping in relation to perennial crops?
What role do crops with dense foliage play in crop rotation systems?
What role do crops with dense foliage play in crop rotation systems?
What is the primary function of deep-rooted crops in rotational cropping systems?
What is the primary function of deep-rooted crops in rotational cropping systems?
What is one of the main crops that could be grown during the off-season in dry paddy fields?
What is one of the main crops that could be grown during the off-season in dry paddy fields?
What is the primary purpose of inter-planting industrial and food crops with forest species in agro-forestry?
What is the primary purpose of inter-planting industrial and food crops with forest species in agro-forestry?
Which of the following is NOT commonly used as a livestock option in the agro-forestry system?
Which of the following is NOT commonly used as a livestock option in the agro-forestry system?
What is coco peat derived from?
What is coco peat derived from?
Which growing medium is made from expanded volcanic glass?
Which growing medium is made from expanded volcanic glass?
What characteristic of peat moss makes it unique as a growing medium?
What characteristic of peat moss makes it unique as a growing medium?
How does perlite contribute to soil health?
How does perlite contribute to soil health?
What is included in every pesticide formulation?
What is included in every pesticide formulation?
In what way does sand function as a growing medium?
In what way does sand function as a growing medium?
What is an example of a method of plant disease management focused on preventing disease from entering the area?
What is an example of a method of plant disease management focused on preventing disease from entering the area?
Why is agro-forestry considered beneficial in tropical rainforest areas?
Why is agro-forestry considered beneficial in tropical rainforest areas?
Which of the following classifications represents pesticides that are very toxic?
Which of the following classifications represents pesticides that are very toxic?
Which pest management strategy involves the destruction of infected plants?
Which pest management strategy involves the destruction of infected plants?
What is a common symptom of blackspot disease in plants?
What is a common symptom of blackspot disease in plants?
Which pesticide class is indicated by a red hazard symbol?
Which pesticide class is indicated by a red hazard symbol?
Which of the following is NOT a type of pesticide?
Which of the following is NOT a type of pesticide?
What does the resistance method in plant disease management focus on?
What does the resistance method in plant disease management focus on?
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Study Notes
Crop Production Overview
- Learning outcomes include understanding cropping patterns, cropping systems, and plant necessities like planting medium, fertilizers, and pest control.
Cropping Pattern
- Defined as the arrangement of crops within a specific land area.
- Objectives include efficient resource utilization, maximum solar radiation interception, minimizing competition for nutrients and moisture, and compatibility with management practices.
Types of Cropping Patterns
- Square Pattern: Most common, plants arranged at right angles, allows easy interculture operations.
- Triangular Pattern: Trees planted in staggered rows, providing more open space for growth and intercrops.
- Hexagonal Pattern: Trees planted at corners of equilateral triangles, accommodating 15% more trees than square pattern but harder to cultivate.
- Rectangular Pattern: Trees planted in rectangular arrangements, facilitating interculture.
Cropping Systems
- Systems include Mono-cropping, Mixed cropping, Rotational/Relay cropping, and Cash cropping.
Mono-Cropping
- Involves planting a single crop species over an area.
- Short-term crops include paddy, maize, peanuts, and legumes.
- Perennial crops include rubber, oil palm, cocoa, and coffee, managed on a commercial scale for 25-30 years before replanting with improved varieties.
Mixed Cropping
- Two or more crop species are planted simultaneously, arranged in alternated rows or mixed styles.
- Examples include maize with dry-land paddy and peanuts with tapioca.
Rotational Cropping
- One species grown in a season, followed by a different species next season.
- Common cycles involve alternating crops like maize, legume crops for soil nutrient enrichment, vegetables, and deep-rooted crops.
Advantages of Crop Rotation
- Reduces pest and disease outbreaks.
- Provides weed control through dense crop foliage.
- Enhances nutrient absorption from varied soil levels.
Cash Cropping
- Short-term crops are grown among perennial/main crops to provide income before the main crop yields.
Agro-Forestry
- Combines industrial crops with food crops and forest species.
- Can integrate livestock and various plant types for ecological benefits.
Growing Medium
- Essential for root growth and nutrient extraction; often artificial soil like peat moss or compost used in nurseries.
- Common types include coco peat for drainage, perlite for aeration, peat moss for nutrient retention, and sand for airflow in garden soil.
Fertilizers and Pesticides
- Fertilizers contribute nutrients essential for plant growth and development.
- Pesticides are categorized into organic and chemical types, addressing various pests and diseases.
Pest Management Strategies
- Exclusion: Practices to prevent pathogens and pests from entering growing areas.
- Eradication: Techniques to eliminate established disease organisms through destruction and disinfection.
- Protection: Use of barriers (chemical and physical) to safeguard plants from pests.
- Resistance: Cultivating resistant plant varieties to minimize susceptibility to diseases.
Common Plant Diseases
- Black Spot: A prevalent disease, common in roses and other ornamental plants; characterized by black spots on leaves.
Conclusion
- Effective crop production relies on understanding and implementing diverse cropping patterns and systems, along with strategic plant management, fertilizers, and pest control measures.
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