state the factor responsible for rapid increase of food grains production in 19th century in england
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1. industrialisation
2. increase in population of farmers.
3. quality of Technology increased.
Following steps were undertaken by farmers to increase the production of food grains.
Use of high yielding variety of seeds
Use of modern tools and machines for preparing soil
Use of high quality fertilizers, pesticides and weedicides
Use of modern irrigation systems
Undertaking different cropping patterns and seasonal cultivation of crops to assure a maximum yield.
Protecting growing crops and minimizing loss of harvested plants.
Applying hybridisation and genetic engineering techniques to improve crop variety.
(i) The use of good quality seeds increases the total crop production. If a farmer is using good quality seeds, then a majority of the seeds will germinate properly, and will grow into a healthy plant.
(ii) Proper irrigation methods improve the water availability to crops.
(iii) Fertilizers ensure healthy growth and development in plants by providing the essential nutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, etc.
(iv) Crop protection measures include various methods to control weeds, pests, and infectious agents. If all these necessary measures are taken by a farmer, then the overall production of crops will increase.
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