Question

Which of the following practice is suitable for a farmer with lower/less water resources?

i) Selected short term crops ii) Cultivated commercial crops
iii) Adapt drip system iv) Crop holiday

• A. i, iii
• B. i, ii, iii
• C. i, iv
• D. iii, iv

Answer 1

The correct option is A i, iii

A farmer with less water resources should grow selected short term crops(e.g, paddy, green leafy vegetables) which have a life span of one or less than one year as this process provides cash flow and takes care of day to day operations cost of the farm. Another effective method called drip irrigation is also helps to save water and nutrients as the water drips slowly and directly to the roots of the plant and the evaporation is minimized. So, the correct option is "(i),(iii)".