Question: The main objective of hardening of seedlings is (RJ Pre PG 2016)
Options:
Reduce the rate of transpiration
To induce early harvesting
To induce better quality in produce
To reduce mortality and withstand unfavorable conditions
✅Explanation:
-Hardening is a process of gradually exposing seedlings to harsher environmental conditions before transplanting. This helps them develop greater tolerance to stress, reducing mortality and improving their chances of survival in the field.
-Hardening is a process of gradually exposing seedlings to harsher environmental conditions before transplanting. This helps them develop greater tolerance to stress, reducing mortality and improving their chances of survival in the field.