Question

What are the factors to be considered while selecting seeds from a plant?

Answer 1

 The sowing quality of seeds should be high.

They should have high germinating capacity.

. Seeds should be free from infection.

. The seeds should not be mixed with seeds of weeds or with other seeds.

Answer 2

The factors to be considered while selecting seeds from a plant are:

• The selection of seeds is the first and foremost step for growing a plant as good seed selection results in good yield and quality of the offspring.
• While selecting seeds should be infection and disease-free as it can destroy the whole crop.
• Weeds should be separated aside as some weeds can be dangerous for the crop. for this purpose weedicide such as 2-4D is a better option.
• The germination period, water and nutrients requirements of the seed should be checked by farmers before using it in the agricultural field.