Question

Transplantation helps in ________.

• A. Selection of healthy seedlings
• B. Selection of healthy seeds
• C. Selection of fertile soil
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

Selection of healthy seedlings

• In agriculture, transplantation is the indirect method of seeding.
• In this method, seeds are grown in a nursery bed or a green house.
• After some time, the seeds grow into seedlings and the healthy seedlings are then transferred to the field.
• It is common in some plants, like tomato, eggplant, peppers, fruit trees, African oil palm, coconut, and many ornamental crops.
• This method is important for extending the growing season, protecting young plants from diseases and pests.
• It is also important for avoiding germination problems seen in the method of direct seeding.

So, the correct option is A.