WAEC Agricultural Science 2010 Question 31

Question 31

Crop Pests

Which of the following farming practices are cultural methods used to control pests and diseases?
I. Crop rotation
II. Mixed farming
III. Monoculture

  1. A.I and II only
  2. B.I and III only
  3. C.II and III only
  4. D.I, II and III
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (I and II only)

Explanation

Rotation and mixing break pest life cycles; growing one crop all the time does the opposite.