HORTICULTURE

HORTICULTURE SCIENCE

GENERAL AGRICULTURE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which crop is known as ‘Golden fibre’?
A
Cotton
B
Rice
C
Rubber
D
Jute
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Jute was also known as the ‘Golden Fibre’. It grows well on alluvial soil and requires high temperature, heavy rainfall, and humid climate. This crop is grown in the tropical areas. India and Bangladesh are the leading producers of jute.

Detailed explanation-2: -Jute is a bast fibre crop and can be harvested at any stage after a certain period of vegetative growth, usually between 100 to 150 days.

Detailed explanation-3: -It is white in colour and has a soft texture. Option B-Jute is known as the golden fibre because of its golden colour and silky shine texture.

Detailed explanation-4: -Because of its colours and high cash value, Jute is known as a golden fibre. Hence, the Golden Fibre Revolution in India is related to jute production. After cotton, jute is the most important vegetable fibre in consumption, production, usage, and availability.

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