Question

Write the differences between mixed cropping and intercropping.

Answer 1

Mixed cropping	Inter cropping
1. Seeds : Seeds of different crops are mixed before sowing.	1. Seeds of different crops are not mixed.
2. Pattern : There is no pattern of sowing.	2. The different crops are sown in separate rows and strips.
3. Inputs : Lesser inputs of irrigation and nutrients are required.	3. Requirement of inputs is comparitively more.