What is the science related to soil management and the study of crop rotation, weed and pest control and the important role climate plays in the growth of crops and food production called?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 2 i.e. Agronomy.
- Agronomy is the application of science and technology from the fields of biology, chemistry, economics, ecology, soil science, water science, pest management and genetics to the improvement and management of the major food crops of the world.
- It is differentiated from the plant sciences of horticulture, pomology, range science, and other applied plant sciences by the specific crops considered and the scope.
- Agronomy as a science considers how to grow crops effectively and profitably while conserving natural resources and protecting the environment.