Agronomy - Study Mode

[#671] Which one of the following is a green house gas
Correct Answer

(C) Methane

Explanation

Solution: Methane is the greenhouse gas out of the following given options. The presence of methane in the atmosphere affects the earth's temperature and climate system. It is emitted from fossil fuel consumption, agriculture, and landfills. The other gases which are responsible for the greenhouse effect are carbon dioxide, nitrous oxide, hydrochlorofluorocarbons and ozone in the lower atmosphere.

[#672] Dapog method is associated with
Correct Answer

(B) Nursery raising

Explanation

Solution: Dapog method is the technique of raising paddy seedlings in the nursery and this technique was brought to our country from the Philippines. In this technique, seedlings are raised on a thick stand without any soil. Seedlings are ready to be transplanted in 12 to 14 days.

[#673] International Institute of Tropical Agriculture is situated at
Correct Answer

(B) Nigeria

Explanation

Solution: The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture is situated in Ibadan, Nigeria and was established in 1967. The present Director General of this Institute is Ntetanya Sanginga. It is a non-profit organization that works with partners to enhance crop quality and productivity, reduce producer and consumer risks and generate wealth from agriculture, with the ultimate goals of reducing hunger, malnutrition and poverty.

[#674] Ultimate irrigation potential of India is
Correct Answer

(A) 140 mha

Explanation

Solution: The sustainable irrigation potential of India has been estimated to be 139.5 million hectares i.e. 140 million hectares approximately. Out of which 58.5 mha comes from major and medium river-fed irrigation canal schemes, 15 mha from minor irrigation canal schemes and 66 mha from groundwater well-fed irrigation.

[#675] The colour of certification tag in foundation seed is
Correct Answer

(A) White

Explanation

Solution: The colour of the certification tag in the foundation seed is white. Certification of a tag is issued by seed certification agencies. It is to maintain the genetic identity and purity of the seeds and crop ultimately. The breeder seeds have golden yellow tags, registered seeds have opal blue tags and certified seeds have the green tag.