Question

What is the need for varietal improvement in crops? Discuss any four common objectives of varietal improvement.

Answer 1

Answer:The main reason is increasing population which finally leads to increase in food consumption...this is the only reason why green revolution takes place

Explanation:

There numerous reasons for varietal improvements. Increased yield is the final goal.

This may be brought about by various improvements;

disease resistance,

insect tolerance or ability to repel,

and drought tolerance are only a few of the reasons.