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What type of crop is predominantly grown during the winter season in Palampur?
What type of crop is predominantly grown during the winter season in Palampur?
- Barley
- Wheat (correct)
- Rice
- Maize
How do farmers in Palampur manage the surplus wheat produced?
How do farmers in Palampur manage the surplus wheat produced?
- They give it away for free to neighboring villages
- They dump it in the nearby river
- They keep it for family consumption (correct)
- They burn it as a ritual
What is the significance of the rainy season (kharif) in Palampur's crop cultivation cycle?
What is the significance of the rainy season (kharif) in Palampur's crop cultivation cycle?
- Cultivation of potato
- Harvesting of wheat
- Growing jowar and bajra (correct)
- Sowing of wheat
What is the significance of private tubewells set up by farmers in Palampur?
What is the significance of private tubewells set up by farmers in Palampur?
Why do coastal regions in India have good irrigation compared to plateau regions like the Deccan plateau?
Why do coastal regions in India have good irrigation compared to plateau regions like the Deccan plateau?
What farming practice has been adopted by all farmers in Palampur to increase production?
What farming practice has been adopted by all farmers in Palampur to increase production?
What was the major impact of electricity coming early to Palampur on agriculture?
What was the major impact of electricity coming early to Palampur on agriculture?
Which irrigation method was replaced by electric-run tubewells in Palampur?
Which irrigation method was replaced by electric-run tubewells in Palampur?
Why were farmers in Palampur able to grow three different crops in a year?
Why were farmers in Palampur able to grow three different crops in a year?
How did the introduction of electricity impact the farmers' dependency on monsoon for irrigation?
How did the introduction of electricity impact the farmers' dependency on monsoon for irrigation?
Flashcards
Palampur's winter crop
Palampur's winter crop
Wheat is the main winter crop in Palampur.
Palampur wheat surplus
Palampur wheat surplus
Farmers use the surplus wheat for family use.
Kharif season crop
Kharif season crop
Jowar and bajra are grown during Kharif (rainy) season.
Private tubewells in Palampur
Private tubewells in Palampur
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Coastal vs. Plateau Irrigation
Coastal vs. Plateau Irrigation
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Palampur farmers' cropping
Palampur farmers' cropping
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Palampur electricity impact
Palampur electricity impact
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Irrigation method replaced
Irrigation method replaced
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Three crops in one year
Three crops in one year
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Reduced monsoon dependency
Reduced monsoon dependency
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Study Notes
Winter Crop in Palampur
- Wheat is the predominant crop grown during the winter season in Palampur.
Management of Surplus Wheat
- Farmers manage surplus wheat by selling it in local markets or storing for personal consumption.
Significance of Rainy Season (Kharif)
- The rainy season allows the cultivation of kharif crops, which rely on monsoon rainfall, crucial for ensuring adequate water supplies for crop growth.
Importance of Private Tubewells
- Private tubewells enable farmers to access groundwater, providing a reliable irrigation source, especially during dry seasons.
Irrigation in Coastal Regions vs. Plateau Regions
- Coastal regions benefit from better irrigation due to proximity to rivers and adequate rainfall, while plateau regions like the Deccan plateau often face water scarcity.
Farming Practices in Palampur
- All farmers in Palampur have adopted modern farming practices, including the use of high-yield variety (HYV) seeds, fertilizers, and irrigation.
Impact of Early Electricity on Agriculture
- The introduction of electricity led to enhanced agricultural productivity by powering irrigation systems and reducing reliance on seasonal rains.
Irrigation Method Replacement
- Manual irrigation methods were replaced by electric-run tubewells, significantly improving water access for crop irrigation.
Triple Crop Cultivation
- Farmers in Palampur can grow three different crops in a year due to the availability of irrigated water and diverse climatic conditions supporting multiple cropping cycles.
Reduction of Dependency on Monsoon
- Electricity and tubewells decreased farmers’ dependency on monsoons for irrigation, allowing for more consistent crop production regardless of rainfall.
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This quiz explores the concepts of utilizing land and labor in agricultural production, focusing on cultivation practices and measurements of land area. Topics include converting wastelands to cultivable land, limitations to increasing farm production, and standard units of measuring land.
