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Consider the following geographical conditions :
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Well-drained, rich friable loams containing good deal of minerals, temperature between 15 \u00b0C-28 \u00b0C and rainfall between 150 cm-250 cm and altitude variations from 600 m-1600 m
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Which one among the following crops is suitable under the above conditions?<\/p>\n

[amp_mcq option1=”Tea” option2=”Coffee” option3=”Coconut” option4=”Cashew nut” correct=”option2″]<\/p>\n

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\nThe geographical conditions described – well-drained, rich friable loams, temperature between 15 \u00b0C-28 \u00b0C, rainfall between 150 cm-250 cm, and altitude variations from 600 m-1600 m – are ideal for the cultivation of Coffee.
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\nCoffee thrives in tropical climates with distinct wet and dry seasons, requiring well-drained soil, moderate temperatures, high rainfall, and often grown on slopes at varying altitudes (600-1600m is typical for Arabica coffee, although Robusta can be grown lower). These conditions closely match the description.
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\nTea requires slightly different conditions, typically needing highly fertile, acidic soil, temperatures between 20-30\u00b0C (though it can tolerate wider ranges), very high rainfall (100-150 cm to over 400 cm), and is often grown on slopes in hilly areas. Coconut grows best in coastal sandy soils in hot, humid climates with high rainfall (100-300 cm) and low altitudes. Cashew nut prefers well-drained sandy loam soils, high temperatures (20-30\u00b0C+), and moderate rainfall (100-200 cm) at lower altitudes. Comparing the requirements, coffee is the best fit for the given conditions.
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Consider the following geographical conditions : Well-drained, rich friable loams containing good deal of minerals, temperature between 15 \u00b0C-28 \u00b0C and rainfall between 150 cm-250 cm and altitude variations from 600 m-1600 m Which one among the following crops is suitable under the above conditions? [amp_mcq option1=”Tea” option2=”Coffee” option3=”Coconut” option4=”Cashew nut” correct=”option2″] This question was … <\/p>\n

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