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Among the following, which one is the least water-efficient crop?1. Sugarcane2. Sunflower3. Pearl millet4. Red gram

Answer» Correct Answer - Option 1 : Sugarcane

The correct answer is ​Sugarcane.

  • Sugarcane:
    • In terms of production, Sugarcane is the world’s largest crop.
    • Sugarcane belongs to Poaceae family of true grasses.
    • In India, Sugarcane is grown as a Kharif Crop.
    • It needs hot and humid climate with an average temperature of 21°C to 27°C. 75-150 cm rainfall is favorable for sugar cane cultivation.
    • Irrigation needed for areas with lesser rainfall.
    • Sugarcane can grow in any soil which can retain moisture.
    • Ideal soil for sugarcane is deep rich loamy soil.
    • The soil needs to be rich in nitrogen, calcium and phosphorus but neither it should be neither too acidic nor too alkaline.
    • Crop water needed: 1500-2500 (mm/total growing period) and draught sensitivity is very High. Hence, sugarcane is the correct answer.


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