7(Banana Cultivation) Flashcards
1
Q
Which is the largest producer of banana
A
India accounts for 23%(Highest) of production.
It is also the largest consumer
2
Q
What is temp needed for its growth
A
15 to 35 degree
Humid tropics to dry mild tropics
3
Q
what type of soil is needed ?
A
Loamy soil (fertile soil of clay and sand containing humus)
4
Q
why is this in news
A
Earlier it was predicted that climate change has boosted the production of banana but now contridictory results are found.
Climate change has enhanced FUSARIUM DISEASE this attacks the bananas
