Crop production
Crop Production
Crop production (pronunciation: /krɒp prəˈdʌkʃən/) is the process of growing crops for domestic and commercial purposes. It involves a series of steps that include the preparation of soil, selection and sowing of seeds, watering, application of fertilizers, pest and weed control, and finally, harvesting.
Etymology
The term "crop" originates from the Old English word "cropp" which means "head or top of a plant". The term "production" comes from the Latin word "producere" which means "to bring forth".
Related Terms
- Agriculture: The science or practice of farming, including cultivation of the soil for the growing of crops and the rearing of animals to provide food, wool, and other products.
- Horticulture: The art or practice of garden cultivation and management.
- Fertilizer: A chemical or natural substance added to soil or land to increase its fertility.
- Pesticide: A substance used for destroying insects or other organisms harmful to cultivated plants or to animals.
- Irrigation: The supply of water to land or crops to help growth, typically by means of channels.
- Harvesting: The process or period of gathering in crops.
See Also
References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Crop production
- Wikipedia's article - Crop production
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