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What is meant by alternate cropping? - Economic Applications

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What is meant by alternate cropping?

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Alternate cropping refers to growing any non-traditional crop in an area to diversify crop rotations. This practice helps increase soil fertility and productivity while also enhancing farmers’ income. It is encouraged to break continuous cycles of intensive cropping and prevent soil degradation.

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Chapter 6: Main Sectors of Indian Economy : Agriculture - QUESTION BANK [Page 82]

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J. P. Goel and Kaushal Goel Economic Applications [English] Class 9 ICSE
Chapter 6 Main Sectors of Indian Economy : Agriculture
QUESTION BANK | Q 19. | Page 82
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