Question

What are the factors for which variety improvement of the crop is done?

Answer 1

The followings are the factors for which variety improvement of the crop is done:

1. Increased yield: To enhance the crop productivity per acre.
2. Enhancement in crop quality:

• The quality of products obtained from crops varies from crop to crop.
• For example, pulses should have better protein quality, oilseeds should have better oil quality, and fruits and vegetables should have good preserving quality.

1. Resistance against biotic and abiotic factors:

• Biotic factors include diseases, pests, weeds, and nematodes, whereas abiotic factors include water logging, drought, salinity, etc.
• All of these factors have an impact on crop productivity. Crop production can be increased by developing resistant varieties to these factors.

1. Greater adaptability: Crops with wider adaptability are able to be developed in a variety of climates and locations.