Question

    What are the advantages of Conservation Agriculture?

    1. Reduction of production and labour costs is possible. 2. It is possible to employ principles of Conservation agriculture in a variety of agricultural landscapes. 3. An increase in biodiversity is possible. Select the correct answer using the code given below:
    A 1 and 3 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 2 and 3 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 1 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D All of the above Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Conservation Agriculture (CA) is a farming system that can prevent losses of arable land while regenerating degraded lands. It promotes the maintenance of:  a permanent soil cover,  minimum soil disturbance, and  diversification of plant species.

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