Question

what was the major disadvantage with Hyv seeds

Answer 1

heyaa !!!

The major disadvantage associated with HYV seeds is

bigger requirement of irrigation facility,

chemical fertilizers and pesticides to produce best quality yield. ...

the poor farmers are unable to buy HYV seeds,


so HYV seeds are of no use to them.

Answer 2

HYV seeds reduce the soil fertility if used in excessive amounts. they also require great amount of water so this lowers ground water level. also it requires great amounts of chemical fertilizers and pesticides this can create an economic problem too.