Agronomy - Study Mode

[#366] The "TPH" (or TPL in tractors for mounting) stands for in Farm Machineries
Correct Answer

(B) Three Point Hinge

Explanation

Solution: TPH in tractors stands for Three point Hinge. This design used with agricultural tractors is quite evolved and it increases the efficiency of tractors. It provides accurate control determined by the operator. TPH 280, and 290 come with hydraulic electro distributors provided with a multifunctional joystick to ensure a sensitive control of the tools.

[#367] Non govt. portal is
Correct Answer

(A) i-kisan

Explanation

Solution: Non–governmental organization portal i.e. NGO is i-kisan . i-kisan is an agricultural portal a one stop information resource center for the farmer. It provides the development and dissemination of best practices and information through a unique multi lingual information website for the agricultural sector.

[#368] Adsali crop of sugarcane yields
Correct Answer

(D) 1000 - 1200 quintal/hectare

Explanation

Solution: Adsali crop of sugarcane is planted in June/July. Sugarcane is an intermediate day length perennial plant. Adsali crop plantation is mainly followed in low rainfall areas of Maharashtra and the crop remains in the field for 18 months. This practice provides a longer period for vegetative growth therefore it gives a higher yield, approximately 1000 - 1200 quintal/hectare.

[#369] Wheat is of
Correct Answer

(D) Mediterranean origin

Explanation

Solution: Wheat is a cereal grain and worldwide staple food. The archaeological record suggests that wheat was first cultivated in the regions of the fertile crescent around 9600 BCE. It originated in the Mediterranean region, the "Cradle of civilization" in the Tigris and Euphrates river valleys.

[#370] Vigna radiata is a scientific name of
Correct Answer

(B) Green gram

Explanation

Solution: Vigna radiata is the scientific name of the Mung bean also known as Green Gram. It is a crop of the legume family i.e. Fabaceae, cultivated mainly in the East, Southeast and South Asia. It is an annual vine with yellow flowers and fuzzy brown pods and a well-developed root system.