Vegetable Crop Production Essentials

The amount of produce harvested from a crop.

A specific type of plant grown for agriculture.

Adding nutrients to the soil to enhance crop growth.

Using chemicals to control pests affecting crops.

Providing water to crops.

Testing the soil's composition and nutrient levels.

Methods used for growing and managing crops.

Consumer need and desire for a product or service.

The seeds, seedlings, or cuttings used for planting.

How well a plant variety can thrive in local conditions.

The ability of a plant variety to withstand pests and diseases.

The desire and need for a product from customers.

Planting different crops in a successive order.

A method of crop farming that aims to reduce pest/disease problems and conserve resources.

Materials derived from living organisms.

The amount of essential nutrients in the soil.

Providing all necessary nutrients to a plant.

Fertilizers derived from natural sources, such as compost or manure.

The quantity of water used for crop production.

Parts of plants that remain after harvest.

Leftover food and other plant-based materials from homes.

Growing vegetables primarily for sale in markets, often around urban areas.

Producing goods or services to meet a demand in the market.

Resources used in crop production, like fertilizers, pesticides, water, and machinery.

Choosing a suitable location for growing vegetables, considering factors like soil and water.

Contamination of soil by harmful substances.

Shape of the land, including hills and valleys.

Loss of topsoil due to wind or water.

Methods used to protect soil and water resources. An example here is terracing.

Methods to maintain agricultural resources for long-term use, focusing on resources.

Practices to increase water availability in dry areas.

Using groundwater for irrigation, but only after assessment.

Adjusting irrigation based on crop needs.

Importance of monitoring water quality for irrigation.

Storing fertilizers in dry, clean locations to prevent water contamination.

Crucial factor in vegetable crop success, starting before production.

Producer choices of crop type, variety, and delivery methods for acceptable profits.

Considering costs of seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, labor, cultivation, management, harvesting, and marketing for profitable production.

The portion of the market captured by a particular crop.

The total expenses incurred in growing a crop, including seeds, fertilizers etc.

Illustrative example of a 1-hectare tomato crop, with a gross income calculation.