Zaid crops - Agronomy
Q. Which of the following are Zaid crops?
1. Rapeseed
2. Mustard
3. Muskmelon
4. Cucumber
5. Seasamum
6. Bitter gourd
7. Moong - Published on 07 Jul 15a. 1,2,3,4
b. 2,3,4,6,7
c. 3,4,6,7
d. All
ANSWER: 3,4,6,7
On the Indian sub-continent, the crops grown on irrigated lands which do not have to wait for monsoons, in the short duration between Rabi and Kharif crop season, mainly from March to June, are called Zaid crops.They require warm dry weather for major growth period and longer day length for flowering. The main produce are seasonal fruits and vegetables.
