Question

What are fodder crops?

• A. Crops which are grown primarily for cattle consumption.
• B. Crops which are grown primarily for human consumption.
• C. Crops which are grown primarily as raw materials for wine making.
• D. Crops which are grown primarily as fertilizer for other crops.

Answer 1

The correct option is A Crops which are grown primarily for cattle consumption.

Farmers grow fodder crops in addition to cattle rearing. Fodder crops are those crops which are grown primarily as food for animals. Maize, corn and hay are some fodder crops. The waste material obtained after processing sugar beet is also used as animal feed.