Question

difference between mixed cropping and inter cropping

Answer 1

In mixed cropping or mixed farming, two independent crops are mixed together and grown in an area, whereas the intercropping is a multiple cropping techniques where two or more crops are grown in proximity.

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Answer 2

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Explanation:

INTER CROPPING

1. The main objective of inter cropping is to utilise the space between rows of main crop and to produce more grain per unit area.

2. There is no competition between main and inter crop (subsidiary crop).

3. In inter cropping, the main crop may be a long duration one and the inter crop may be a short duration/ early maturing one.

4. Main and inter crops are sown in define row arrangement.

5. The sowing time of both the crops may or may not be the same. Sometimes the main crops is sown earlier than the inter crops.

MIXED CROPPING

1. The main objective of mixed cropping is insurance against crop failure.

2. There is competition between components crops. Here all crops are given equal importance and care. Hence, there is no difference between component crops.

3. Crops may or may not be of same duration.

4. There is no specific row arrangement. Generally crop seeds are mixed and broadcasted.

5. The sowing time of component crops is same.