WAEC Agricultural Science 2003 Question 16

Question 16

Farming Systems

Which of the following is not a principle of crop rotation?

  1. A.Deep-rooted crops should be followed by shallow rooted crops
  2. B.A period of fallow must be provided in the course of the rotation
  3. C.A leguminous crop should be included in the system
  4. D.Crops that can be attacked by the same pest should not follow each other.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (A period of fallow must be provided in the course of the rotation)

Explanation

A fallow can be included but is not required in every rotation.