Question

distinguish between mixed cropping and intercropping

Answer 1

Difference between - Inter Cropping & Mixed Cropping          

Sr. No

Inter Cropping

Mixed Cropping

1

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

To get at least one crop under favorable conditions

2

More emphasis is given to the main crop

All crops are cared equally

3

There is no competition between both crops

There is competition between all crops growing

4


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

The crops are almost of the same duration

5

Sowing time may be same or different

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

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

Answer 2

Mixed cropping is growing two or more crops simultaneouly on a piece of land, this reduces risk and if the insects and some microorganisms attacks any one crop the two crops also get spoiled and is difficult to spray pesticides to crops.

Inter cropping is the growing of two or more crops simultaneously on a piece of land in deffinite patterns.This method of cropping can give better yeild.

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