Question

Define ploughing.
what is the advantage of ploughing?

Answer 1

Answer: Ploughing is a method of turning up and loosening of soil by farmers.

The Advantages of ploughing are:

1. It brings nutrient-rich soil to the top.
2. It improves air circulation so that roots can respire easily.
3. It improves water retaining capacity of the soil.
4. It helps roots pentrate deep into the soil.

Answer 2

★Ploughing

Soil is a very good medium for the herniation and growth of seeds, it has it prepared for growing a crop. Preparation of the soil involves loosening and turning it. This process is known as ploughing or tilling. It is done by using a wooden or ironing plough which is pulled either by oxen, or by a tractor.

☄ Advantages of Ploughing :

• It improves air circulation so that roots can easily respire
• Roots can penetrate deeper into the soil; this enables them to hold the plant firmly.
• Ploughing enhances the water retaining capacity of the soil.
• Ploughing uproots the weeds growing in the field.
• It also aids in the growth of the microbes.

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