Mention any five differences between Traditional and Modern methods of farming.
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Difference between traditional methods of farming and modern methods of farming:
Traditional Methods of Farming Modern Methods of Farming
1) On the traditional farming the outdated and old methods of farming used from earlier times are known as traditional methods of farming. On the other hand new and scientific methods of farming which are used nowadays are known as modern methods of farming.
2) On these methods are time consuming and production is also low. On the other hand There methods are quick, efficient and easy to used and lead to higher production in less time.
3) On the old methods like irrigating lands with the help of Persian wheels are used. On the other hand machinery like tractors and threshers are used.
4) Traditional seeds are used. On the other hand HYV seeds, irrigation, chemical fertilisers, pesticides etc. are used.
5) Farmers are dependent on monsoon rain. On the other hand farmers are not dependent on monsoon rain as they have provision of tube wells for irrigation.
6) Cow-dung and other natural manure are used as fertilisers.On the other hand chemical fertilisers are pesticides are used.
7) Traditional farming methods do not require more inputs which are manufactured in industry. On the other hand modern farming methods required more inputs which are manufactured in industry.