Which one of the following operations is associated with the process of nipping in gram

A. Treating the seed with Rhizobium culture

B. Tying the branches to avoid lodging

C. Picking green leaves for vegetable purposes

D. Plucking the apical buds to promote branches

Answer: Option D

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Nipping is a special practice in agriculture that involves plucking apical buds of the crops like gram. The main aim behind this practice is to stop apical growth and promotes lateral branching, which helps the plant produces more pods and flowers and increased yield.