Agriculture, Forestry and Medical Plants — Flashcards

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Agriculture provides basic necessities like food, clothing, and shelter. It supplies food crops (wheat, rice), fibre crops (cotton, jute), and raw materials for industries. It also supports livestock …

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Cultivated plants are those grown intentionally by humans for food, fibre, or other uses. These are managed and harvested regularly. Examples: Wheat and rice.

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Wild plants grow naturally in the environment without human intervention. They are not cultivated but may still be useful. Example: Bathua or Cholai.

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Food crops are grown primarily for human or animal consumption and can be stored (e.g., wheat, rice). Commercial crops are cultivated to sell for profit and used in industries (e.g., jute, rubber, tea…

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Wheat, rice, maize, bajra, and ragi are cereal crops. They are rich in carbohydrates and form the staple diet for most people. These crops provide energy and are consumed directly or used as animal fe…

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Pulse crops like gram, lentil, and soya bean are rich in protein. They help meet dietary protein needs, especially in vegetarian diets. Being leguminous, they also enrich soil fertility by fixing atmo…

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Mango, banana, and orange are fruit crops. Fruits are rich in vitamins (especially Vitamin C), minerals, and natural sugars. They improve immunity, aid digestion, and add variety to the diet.

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Vegetable crops are plants grown for their edible parts like leaves, stems, roots, or flowers. They provide essential vitamins, minerals, and dietary fibre. Examples: Potato, tomato, pea, and brinjal.