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What are the desirable agronomic characteristics for crop improvement ?

GeneralClass 12AllAnswered 27 Mar 2026
Answer

They are different for different crops.

Cereals should be dwarf but with large ears.

Dwarfness makes their stem stronger. They

can withstand lodging affect of strong winds.

Nutrient requirement is also less. Large ears

produce more grains.

Legumes should have more pods which

generally develop in relation to stem

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branching. Therefore, more branching and

good foliage increase their productivity.

General · Class 12