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There are two main methods of planting :-
(i) Broadcasting.
(ii) Row planting.
(i) Broadcasting.
This method involves scattering the seeds allover the field in a random manner. It is commonly adapted for light tiny seeds such as those of pasture grasses.
It is easier, quicker and cheaper than row planting. However, it uses more seeds than row planting and the seeds are spread unevenly leading to crowding of plants in some places.
This results in poor performance due to competition. Broadcasting gives a good ground cover, but weeding cannot be mechanized. For good results, the seedbed should be weed-free, firm and have a fine tilth.
(ii) Row planting.
The seeds or other planting materials are placed in holes, drills or furrows in rows. The distance between one row to the other and from one hole to the other is known.
In Kenya, both large and small — scale farmers practice row planting. It is practiced when planting many types of crops, especially perennial, annual and root crops.
lemass answered the question on March 16, 2019 at 04:35
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