1.

The planktons which are major fish feed can grow using the manures provided by the livestock which are getting raised at the side of fish farms. Near the fish farms, silkworms can also be raised (i.e. sericulture). Which of the following farming method correctly described by the above passage?1. Mixed farming2. Integrated farming3. Diversified farming4. Specialized farming

Answer» Correct Answer - Option 2 : Integrated farming

The correct answer is Integrated farming.

  • At present, the farmers concentrate mainly on crop production which is subjected to a high degree of uncertainty in income and employment to the farmers. In this contest, it is imperative to evolve a suitable strategy for augmenting the income of a farm.
  • Integration of various agricultural enterprises viz. cropping, animal husbandry, fishery, forestry, etc. have great potentialities in the agricultural economy.
    • These enterprises not only supplement the income of the farmers but also help in increasing family labour employment.
  • The Integrated Farming Systems (IFS) approach stabilizes income streams through natural resource management and livelihood diversification.
  • An example of integrated farming could be fish and livestock cultivation along with general farming practices which support each other.
  • In IFS, the waste of one enterprise becomes the input of another for making better use of resources. 
  • In the integrated crop-livestock farming system, crop residues can be used for animal feed, while manure from livestock can enhance agricultural productivity.

  • Mixed Farming:
    • Optimum diversity may be obtained by integrating both crops and livestock in the same farming operation.
    • Growing crops only on more level land and pastures or forages on steeper slopes will reduce soil erosion.
    • Feeding and marketing are flexible in animal production systems. This can help cushion farmers against price fluctuations and, make more efficient use of farm labour.


Discussion

No Comment Found

Related InterviewSolutions