Question

what is selection and sowing of seeds?

Answer 1

Seeds are the vital part of agriculture. Selection of good quality seeds is a challenge for farmers. Only good quality seeds which are sown properly can give an expected result or yield. Seeds of a variety of types and strains are available; cultivators have to choose from these and these have to be sown in the field.✌

Answer 2

Selection of seeds and sowing:-

After the field is prepared , seeds are selected. While selecting seeds following suggestions should be kept in mind.

1. Select only good quality, disease- resistant and high yield seeds.

2. Treat the seeds with a fungicide before sowing.

Seeds are then sown in the field by any of the two methods described below :

1) By Scattering them in field by hand:-

This method is called broadcasting. Broadcasting may also be done by using mechanical broadcasters.

2) By using seed- drills :-

Sowing by using a seed - drill saves time and labour. Seeds are placed in seed bowl . As the plough moves, it makes furrows in the soil and the seeds are sown .