‘Multi-cropping has economical and agronomic benefits’


Date & Time: 2019-08-02 11:11:33

  Multiple Cropping: It is defined as “growing of two or more than two crops in the same field in the same time in a year” Advantages of Multiple Cropping: Multiple cropping systems are not only beneficial for soil, but it is also beneficial for the farmer as well as for the country. It is a better source of soil utilization It improves yield Increase yield per unit of land Increase crop production Export increase Foreign exchange increase Costs of input decrease as compared to individual crop growing cost Reduce pest and disease attack Different type of products can be produced at a time It helps to produce a balanced diet for a family It helps to maintain the soil fertility It helps to control weeds