Planting Methods and Practices - JSS1 Agricultural science Past Questions and Answers - page 1
What is the primary goal of seedbed preparation in agriculture?
Weed removal
Enhancing soil fertility
Creating a suitable environment for seed germination and growth
Pest control
Which planting method involves placing seeds directly into the soil where the crop will grow?
Transplanting
Seedbed preparation
Direct seeding
Crop rotation
What is the advantage of using the direct seeding method in agriculture?
Increased control over plant spacing
Reduced risk of transplant shock
Efficient use of seeds
Enhanced nutrient uptake
In transplanting, what is typically transferred from the seedbed to the final planting location?
Seeds
Young plants or seedlings
Soil samples
Fertilisers
What factor does seedbed preparation primarily address to facilitate successful plant growth?
Temperature regulation
Humidity control
Soil structure and texture
Sunlight exposure
Which planting method is more commonly associated with crops such as rice and wheat?
Transplanting
Direct seeding
Seedbed preparation
Double digging
Why is transplanting advantageous for certain crops, especially those with delicate roots?
It allows for efficient seed use
It reduces the risk of transplant shock
It eliminates the need for seedbed preparation
It facilitates direct exposure to sunlight
Which planting method requires the preparation of a seedbed before transferring young plants or seedlings?
Direct seeding
Transplanting
Crop rotation
Intercropping
What role does seedbed preparation play in influencing soil moisture levels?
It increases soil moisture retention
It reduces soil moisture content
It has no impact on soil moisture
It regulates soil pH
Which planting method allows for better control over plant spacing, leading to uniform plant growth?
Seedbed preparation
Direct seeding
Transplanting
Double digging