Question

Explain the factors which affects the spacing of any crop.

Answer 1

1. Type of machinery used :Space should allow free passage of machinery.
2. Soil fertility :crops in fertile soil are planted at closer spacing as it is able to support the crops.
3. Size of the plant: Plant which grow big at maturity should be planted at a wider spacing.
4. Moisture availability: In areas where there is high rainfall crops are planted at close spacing
5. Use of crops: If grown for supply of forage crops are planted at closer spacing.
6. Pest and diseases: When properly spaced it is not easy for the pest and diseases to spread.
7. Growth habitat of the crop spreading crops are widely spaced.