10 Questions
The crops which are sown in the ______ season are called kharif crops.
rainy
The crops grown in the ______ season (October to March) are called rabi crops.
winter
The ______ of soil is the first step before growing a crop.
preparation
The loose soil allows the roots to ______ easily even when they go deep into the soil.
breathe
The organisms like earthworms and microbes in the soil are ______ of the farmer.
friends
Paddy requires a lot of ______.
water
The cultivation of crops involves several ______ undertaken by farmers over a period of time.
activities
Soil contains minerals, ______, and some living organisms.
water
Dead plants and animals get ______ by soil organisms.
decomposed
Turning and loosening of soil brings the nutrient-rich soil to the ______.
top
Study Notes
Types of Crops
- Two broad cropping patterns exist in India: Kharif Crops and Rabi Crops
- Kharif Crops: grown in the rainy season (June to September), examples include Paddy, Maize, Soyabean, Groundnut, and Cotton
- Rabi Crops: grown in the winter season (October to March), examples include Wheat, Gram, Pea, Mustard, and Linseed
Crop Production Practices
- Agricultural practices include:
- Preparation of soil
- Sowing
- Adding manure and fertilisers
- Irrigation
- Protecting from weeds
- Harvesting
- Storage
Soil Preparation
- Preparation of soil is the first step in growing a crop
- Turning and loosening soil allows roots to penetrate deep and breathe easily
- Loosened soil helps growth of earthworms and microbes, which further turn and loosen soil, adding humus
- Soil needs to be turned and loosened to bring nutrient-rich soil to the top, allowing plants to absorb nutrients
- Dead plants and animals decompose, releasing nutrients back into the soil, which are then absorbed by plants
Learn about the different crops grown in India during the rainy and winter seasons. Identify the key characteristics of kharif and rabi crops and understand their significance. Test your knowledge of Indian agriculture!
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