Question

Which of the following terms refers to the production of a variety of food items like fruits, vegetables, poultry, milk, meat, and fish, apart from the production of foodgrains?

• A. Crop diversification
• B. Agricultural diversification
• C. Horticulture diversification
• D. Intercropping

Answer 1

The correct option is B Agricultural diversification

Agricultural diversification refers to the production of a variety of food items like fruits, vegetables, poultry, milk, meat, and fish, apart from the production of foodgrains. It is beneficial for most rural people, as they can opt for profitable supplementary employment other than agriculture. It paves the way for earning a better income and improves the standard of living of the people involved.