Notes and Study material for Exams
Classification Based on Growing Season The growing season is the period of time each year when plants can grow and produce food. It is determined by the amount of sunlight and warmth that a region receives. The length of the growing season varies depending on the latitude, altitude, and climate. In general, the growing season … Read more
Agronomic Classification of Crops Crops are plants that are grown for food, fiber, fuel, or other products. They are an essential part of human life, and their cultivation has been a major factor in the development of civilization. Cereal Crops Legumes/ Pulses Oilseed Crops Fiber Crops Sugar Crops Forage Crops Root Crops Tuber Crops Vegetable … Read more
Classification Based on Life of Crops Crops can be classified into annuals, biennials, and perennials based on their life cycle. Annuals complete their life cycle in one year, while biennials take two years to complete their life cycle. Perennials live for more than two years. Annuals Biennials Perennials Monocarpic plants Examples of crops in each … Read more
Biennial Crops A biennial crop is a plant that takes two years to complete its life cycle. In the first year, the plant grows vegetatively, producing leaves, stems, and roots. In the second year, the plant flowers and produces fruit or seeds. Biennial crops are often grown for their edible parts, such as fruits, vegetables, … Read more
