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    Question

    ……………………………is a key factor for

    successful crop production and it is a measure of capacity of soil to supply plant nutrients.
    A Soil texture Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Soil structure Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Soil fertility Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Soil health Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Soil fertility is a key factor for successful crop production and it is a measure of capacity of soil to supply plant nutrients. Soil fertility and fertilizers are very much closely related terms. Soil fertility acts as a ‘SINK’ where in plants can draw nutrients for maximum yield, where as fertilizer, acts as a ‘SOURCE’ wherein we can draw continuously different nutrients and also add to the sink.

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