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WEEK 1: SS1 BIOLOGY THIRD TERM: RELEVANCE OF BIOLOGY TO AGRICULTURE

                                                              RELEVANCE OF BIOLOGY TO AGRICULTURE I. Plant Classification Using Agricultural Techniques Agricultural plant classification systems organize plants based on their utility, growing requirements, and management needs: Food Crops vs. Non-Food Crops Food Crops : Grains, vegetables, fruits, nuts Non-Food Crops : Fiber plants, ornamentals, medicinal plants Field Type Classification Field Crops : Grown on large scale (wheat, corn, soybeans) Horticultural Crops : Intensive management (vegetables, fruits) Plantation Crops : Perennial crops on large estates (tea, coffee, rubber) Water Requirements Drought-resistant : Need minimal water (sorghum, millet) Water-intensiv...