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...
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