Disadvantages of high yielding varieties


 
 
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Disadvantages of high yielding varieties

Disadvantages of high-yielding varieties:

1.   Produce less fodder: The plant parts that are left over after the grain harvest are used as fodder. Hybrid varieties yield less fodder than traditional varieties because they are shorter.

Higher inputs: HYVs require more water and fertilizers. They also need pesticides at every stage of growth and more frequent weeding.

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Question : 1

Which of the following are correct :

(a) High yield varieties need pesticides at every stage of growth and more frequent weeding.

(b) The plant parts that are left over after the grain harvest are used as fodder.

(c) Hybrid varieties yield less fodder than traditional varieties because they are shorter.

Right Option : D
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Question : 2

The disadvantages of high yielding varieties are ______________________.

Right Option : D
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Question : 3

Which of the following are correct :

(a) High yield varieties require more water and fertilizers.

(b) High yield varieties need pesticides at every stage of growth and more frequent weeding.

Right Option : C
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