What is relay inter-cropping?
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The question is asking for the definition of relay inter-cropping and provides multiple choice options to choose from. We need to identify which option correctly describes this agricultural practice.
Answer
Relay inter-cropping involves growing two crops together for part of their life cycles.
Relay inter-cropping is a type of intercropping where two crops are grown simultaneously during part of the life cycle of each crop. This means one crop is sown before the first crop is harvested, allowing both to be in the field together for some time.
Answer for screen readers
Relay inter-cropping is a type of intercropping where two crops are grown simultaneously during part of the life cycle of each crop. This means one crop is sown before the first crop is harvested, allowing both to be in the field together for some time.
More Information
This method can maximize the use of resources like sunlight, water, and soil nutrients by having two crops share the same space, potentially leading to increased yield and sustainability.
Tips
A common mistake is not properly timing the planting and harvesting of the two crops, which can lead to competition for resources rather than synergy.
Sources
- Relay intercropping - Food System Wiki - foodglossary.pbworks.com
- Relay cropping is a method of multiple cropping | PubMed - pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- Relay cropping as a sustainable approach - PubMed - pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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