18 Questions
What is the primary purpose of mariculture?
To meet the demand for fish by farming marine prawns
Which type of water resources are important fish reservoirs?
Brackish water resources
What is a common approach to fish farming in paddy fields?
Rearing fish along with a rice crop
Why is composite fish culture beneficial?
It allows for rearing multiple fish species together
What is the primary purpose of bee-keeping mentioned in the text?
To rear bees for honey production
What is an essential aspect of intensive fish farming in composite fish culture systems?
Utilizing both local and imported fish species
What determines the taste of honey?
Kind of flowers available for nectar collection
What are the main sources of nutrient supply to crops?
Manure and fertilizers
What is organic farming characterized by?
Minimal or no use of chemicals
What is mixed farming?
Farming system that includes crop production and raising of livestock
What is the difference between macro-nutrients and micro-nutrients?
Macro-nutrients are required in large quantities and micro-nutrients in small quantities
What characterizes mixed cropping?
Growing two or more crops simultaneously on the same land
What is the major problem in fish farming related to fish seed?
Availability of high-quality seed
Which of the following is NOT a local variety of bees used for commercial honey production?
A.mellifera
What is one advantage of Italian bees for commercial honey production?
High honey collection capacity
Why is composite fish culture problematic during monsoon?
Fish breeding is impacted during monsoon
What is the main purpose of establishing bee farms or apiaries?
For commercial honey production
How has the problem of lack of good-quality fish seed been addressed in fish farming?
By collecting wild fish seed without mixing with other species
Learn about the different types of fisheries including mariculture, inland fisheries, and brackish water resources. Explore the importance of freshwater and marine prawns in meeting the increasing demand for fish.
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