Sugarcane Cultivation Facts
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What are the ideal temperatures for the growth of sugarcane?

20°C to 24°C

Which country has the largest area under sugarcane cultivation in the world?

India

What is the primary use of sugarcane?

Manufacturing sugar, gur, and khandsari

What are the advantages of the ratooning method in sugarcane cultivation?

<p>Saves labor and is a cheaper method</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of soil is considered best for the growth of sugarcane?

<p>Rich alluvial and lava soil</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the second largest producer of sugarcane in the world?

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

What is the ideal temperature range for sugarcane growth?

<p>20°C to 24°C</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the sucrose content in sugarcane after 24 hours of harvesting?

<p>It starts decreasing</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it recommended to cut the sugarcane stalk close to the ground?

<p>Greatest accumulation of sucrose is in the base of the stem</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which regions in India are leading producers of sugarcane?

<p>Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two products made from the remaining two-thirds of sugarcane not used for sugar production?

<p>Gur and khandsari</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the method of planting sugarcane where new canes are taken out from old plants and planted as cuttings known as 'setts'?

<p>Sett method</p> Signup and view all the answers

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