Question

In tabular form give 10 difference between commercial and subsistence agriculture

Answer 1

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Comparison Chart

BASIS FOR COMPARISON SUBSISTENCE FARMING COMMERCIAL FARMING

Meaning The farming practice in which crops are raised for personal consumption, it is known as subsistence farming. The farming practice, in which the farmer grows crops for the purpose of trade, it is called commercial farming.

Nature Labor intensive Capital intensive

Area It is practiced in small area. It is practiced in large area.

Productivity It is enhanced through the use of manures. It is enhanced through higher doses of modern inputs.

Crops grown Food grains, fruits and vegetables Cash crops and cereals

Method of irrigation It depends on monsoon. It uses modern irrigation methods.

Cultivation Traditional methods are used. Machines are used.

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