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Distinguish between mixed cropping and intercropping.
Distinguish Between
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Solution
| Mixed Cropping | Inter-cropping |
| Its aim is to reduce the risk of crop failure. | Its aim is to enhance the productivity per unit area. |
| Seeds of the selected crops are mixed together before sowing. | Seeds are not mixed. |
| Applying fertilisers to each crop is a tedious job. | Fertilisers can be applied as per the need of the crops. |
| Crops are not set in a row pattern. | Crops are set in proper rows. |
| Pesticide application is difficult. | Pesticide application is easier. |
| Separate harvesting and threshing of crops are not possible. | Both crops can be easily harvested and threshed separately. |
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