Question

The improved open-pollinated varieties (OPVs) in maize have the following advantages-
(A). Easier to develop than hybrids
(B). Seed production is simpler and relatively inexpensive
(C). Superior in yield than the hybrids
(D). Subsistence farmers can save their own seeds for planting in the following season
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. (A), (B) and (C) only.
• B. (A), (B) and (D) only.
• C. (A), (C) and (D) only.
• D. (B), (C) and (D) only.

Hint:

Commercial hybrids always outyield Open-Pollinated Varieties (OPVs) due to controlled heterosis.
However, OPVs are preferred by resource-poor, subsistence farmers because their seeds are cheap and can be saved and replanted for multiple seasons.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B