Question

Differentiate between Traditional and modern methods of farming

Answer 1

Traditional methods -

(i) Seeds used are simple and traditional.
(ii) Irrigation is done through wells and tanks.
(iii) Fertilizer used is manure from cow dung.
(iv) Farmers use bullocks for plowing the field.
(v)  Manual labor is used for all activities.

Modern methods-

(i) High Yielding Variety of seeds are used.
(ii) Irrigation is done through dams, tube wells and canals.
(iii) Chemical fertilizers are used.
(iv) Tractors are used for plowing the fields.
(v) Modern machinery is used for all activities.

Answer 2

MODERN FARMING:

1) Electric run tubewells and pumps are used for irrigation.

2) Machinery is used to do the work.

3) Tractors and trucks are used for transportation.

4) HYV seeds are used.

5) Huge amount of capital is required.

TRADITIONAL FARMING:

1) Persian wheels are used for irrigation.

2) Human labourers used to do the work.

3) Bullock carts are used for transportation.

4) Normal seeds are used.

5) Less amount of capital is required.