44.1.1. Definition

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does CWR stand for?

   Hint

   Look for the full form of the abbreviation.

2. 2.

   Name one component of CWR.

   Hint

   Think about processes involving soil and plants.

3. 3.

   What is Crop Water Requirement (CWR)?

   • The water needed for irrigation only
   • The total amount of water needed for crop growth
   • The amount of rainfall in a season

   Hint

   Think of it as the overall water need for a plant's lifecycle.

4. 4.

   True or False: CWR remains constant regardless of climate and soil conditions.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider how different conditions affect water needs.

5. 5.

   Design a water management plan for a crop in a semi-arid region where CWR must be increased due to high evaporation rates.

   Hint

   Analyze local climate data and crop needs to tailor your plan.

6. 6.

   Given a scenario where a drought occurs, how would fluctuations in climatic conditions affect CWR, and how can a farmer best adapt?

   Hint

   Think about adaptive strategies to ensure crop health under resource constraints.