GCE Agricultural Science 1990 Question 22

Question 22

Land Preparation and Cultural Practices

If the seed rate for guinea corn is 5.6 kg per hectare, what will be the amount of seeds required for planting 35 acre farm?

  1. A.75.1
  2. B.78.4
  3. C.568.2
  4. D.784.5
  5. E.960.3
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (78.4)

Explanation

Taking 1 hectare = 2.5 acres, 35 acres = 14 ha; 14 × 5.6 = 78.4 kg.