Question

What is multiple cropping? How does it helps in farmer's prosperity?

Answer 1

Multiple cropping is the process of sowing different types of crops in the same year on same field. It is beneficial for the farmer as it increases the crop yield.

Answer 2

In agriculture, multiple cropping is the practice of growing two or more crops in the same piece of land in same growing seasons. 
Yield advantages can range from 20 to 60% and accrue due to reduction of pest incidence and more efficient use of nutrients, water and solar radiation