Question 29
Crop ImprovementThe objective of crop improvement programmes is to produce the following except
- A.crop types with improved taste and processing
- B.disease-resistant crops
- C.high-yielding crops
- D.crops adapted to adverse enviromental conditions
- E.crops resistant to all pests.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: E (crops resistant to all pests.)
Explanation
No variety can resist every pest; breeders aim at resistance to particular pests.