Question

Which crop involves the practice of nipping, which entails the removal of the apical bud of young plants, typically done when the plants are 2 to 4 weeks old?

A Rice Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B Gram Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C Sugarcane Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D Coffee Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

  Nipping in Gram is practiced to increase yield. This practice promotes lateral branching and stops apical growth which results in vigorous growth and produces more pods per plant.

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