Question

What are the reasons that make the traditional method of farming inexpensive?

• A. It needs less irrigation.
• B. It uses cow dung and natural manure as fertilisers.
• C. It uses pesticides extensively.
• D. It has low yields.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B)

It uses cow dung and natural manure as fertilisers.

The traditional farming method is a primitive style of food production and farming that involves the use of the indigenous knowledge, land use, traditional tools, natural resources, organic fertilisers, and cultural beliefs of farmers. Thus, it is an inexpensive method.