Question

Assertion (A): In Inter-cropping, two or more crops are grown simultaneously on the same piece of land and there is no definite pattern for sowing the seeds. Reason (R): Inter-cropping ensures maximum utilization of nutrients and prevents spread of diseases and pests.

Three farmers in a village face different challenges in their fields. Ramesh struggles with Parthenium (gajar ghas) overtaking his vegetable crops. Sumit notices insects damaging his flowering plants. Meanwhile, Raj deals with a fungal infection affecting his fruit trees. Each farmer seeks effective management strategies to ensure healthy harvests.