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Alley cropping' means _____________________.

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Growing of pastures in between two widely spaced rows of fast growing trees
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Growing of field crops in between two widely spaced rows of fast growing trees
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Growing of only short duration crops in between two widely spaced rows of fast growing
trees
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Growing of only fooder crops in between two widely spaced rows of first growing trees
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The correct option is B Growing of field crops in between two widely spaced rows of fast growing trees
Explanation: Alley Cropping is planting rows of trees at wide spacings with a companion crop grown in the alleyways between the rows. Alley cropping can diversify farm income, improve crop production and provide protection and conservation benefits to crops.

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