Factors for Intensification of Cropping and Yield Stability Quiz
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What is a pre-requisite for the intensification of cropping and achieving yield stability?

  • Varieties that immobilize nutrients
  • High yielding varieties (HYV) (correct)
  • Crops that are not photo-insensitive
  • Crops susceptible to pests and diseases
  • Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of crops needed for intensification of cropping as per the text?

  • Fertilizer responsiveness
  • Tolerance to pests and diseases
  • Immobilization of nutrients (correct)
  • No allelopathic effect
  • To achieve yield stability, what should be included in the crop system according to the text?

  • Vegetables and legumes in the crop system (correct)
  • Photo-insensitive varieties
  • Crops with allelopathic effects
  • Crops that deplete nutrients from the same soil layer
  • What is a key factor to consider to make the best use of space and time with minimum competition?

    <p>Including crops that benefit the succeeding crop</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should crops in an intensification system not have allelopathic effects as per the text?

    <p>Allelopathic effects can harm neighboring plants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of fish culture in ponds as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Cultivating fish species for food production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do intensive pond systems differ from extensive pond systems?

    <p>Extensive systems have higher fish densities for increased biomass productivity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What historical practice laid the foundation for modern fish farming in controlled pond environments?

    <p>Using natural pools with no human intervention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country led global aquaculture production in 2018 according to the text?

    <p>China</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does aquaculture contribute to global food supply based on the text?

    <p>It plays a crucial role in meeting increasing protein demands globally</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do extensive pond systems prioritize maintaining high water quality with lower fish densities?

    <p>To prevent overcrowding that may harm aquatic life and ecosystem balance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factors influence the choice of fish species for culture in ponds?

    <p>Temperature tolerance, growth rate, feeding habits, and market demand</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can good water quality be maintained in ponds for promoting fish growth?

    <p>Periodically draining or partially draining ponds to remove accumulated sediment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does fish culture in ponds play in inland waters and wetlands management?

    <p>Contributes to food production, stock enhancement, and biodiversity conservation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is sustainable fish farming important as the world population grows?

    <p>To ensure a steady food source and conserve wild fish stocks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of periodically draining ponds in fish culture?

    <p>To remove accumulated sediment and maintain a healthy environment for fish growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

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