Question

What do we understand by green manure crops?

• A. Crops which are grown for the purpose of adding organic matter to the soil
• B. Crops which are grown for the purpose of doing commerce
• C. Crops which are grown for the purpose of animal grazing
• D. Crops which are grown for the purpose of adding inorganic matter to the soil

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Crops which are grown for the purpose of adding organic matter to the soil

Crops which are grown for the purpose of adding organic matter to the soil are bettter known as green manure crops. Green manure is created by leaving uprooted or sown crop parts to wither on the field so that they serve as a mulch and enrich the soil.