a) Pricking out.
Pricking out-reduces competition for light, space.
-To enable the seedlings to grow strong.
b) Root trimming.
Root trimming-Encourages development of short, dense and strong rooting system for faster establishment after transplanting.
-To facilitate/ease lifting of seedlings to minimize root damage during transplanting
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