Read the passage below:

"When the rains failed last season, farmer Emeka decided to try modern farming methods. He bought hybrid seeds that promised higher yields and installed a drip‑irrigation system that used water more efficiently. Within three months his maize harvest was 30% larger than his neighbours' traditional crops, and he spent less time weeding because the new seeds were disease‑resistant. Emeka now recommends these techniques to other farmers in his community."

What is the primary reason the author gives for adopting these modern techniques? Support your answer with two specific examples from the passage.

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Read the passage below:

"When the rains failed last season, farmer Emeka decided to try modern farming methods. He bought hybrid seeds that promised higher yields and installed a drip‑irrigation system that used water more efficiently. Within three months his maize harvest was 30% larger than his neighbours' traditional crops, and he spent less time weeding because the new seeds were disease‑resistant. Emeka now recommends these techniques to other farmers in his community."

What is the primary reason the author gives for adopting these modern techniques? Support your answer with two specific examples from the passage.

Accepted Answer

To increase crop yield and efficiency; examples: the hybrid seeds that gave a 30% larger harvest and the drip‑irrigation system that saved water and reduced weeding time.

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