Question

differentiate five five intercropping differences between mixed cropping and

Answer 1

Sr. No

Inter Cropping

Mixed Cropping

1

The main object is to utilize the space left between two rows of main crop

1(2)

To get at least one crop under favorable conditions

2

More emphasis is given to the main crop

2(2)

All crops are cared equally

3

There is no competition between both crops

3(2)

There is competition between all crops growing

4

Inter crops are of short duration & are harvested much earlier than main

4(2)

The crops are almost of the same duration

5

Sowing time may be same or different

5(2)

It is same for all crops

6

Crops are sown in different rows without affecting the population of main crop when sown as sole crop

6(2)

Either sown in rows or mixed without considering the population of either