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Agriculture for Secondary Schools

Chapter General principles

One and practices of crops

production
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Introduction

This chapter will introduce you to the principles and practices applied in the
production of crops. The competencies developed from this chapter will enable
you to use the principles and practices when producing various crops for
commercial and domestic purposes.

Think

“Crop farming without adhering to principles and GAPs, is like navigating
unknown sea without a map”.

Importance of principles and practices in crop production

Good agricultural practices in crop production are crucial for farmers and other
people engaged in agricultural-related fields, such as those working in gardening,
plant science, research, food processors, distributors, and sellers. Understanding
the principles and practices helps an individual produce crops efficiently and
sustainably and, therefore, a successful crop farming business.

General principles and practices of crop production

Principles and practices of crop production are the scientific theories, ways,
methods, and rules of producing crops. It involves basic factors, theories, cultural
operations, and practices that govern profitable crop production in terms of
growth, development, and yield or revenue accrued after input costs have been
removed from total revenue. To produce any crop profitably and sustainably, it
is recommended to adhere to the principles and practices of crop production.

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