Tropical crops - World Crops Database
WEBThe category “tropical crops” refers to plants that grow in tropical climates. The database currently classifies agricultural crops in 3 categories (tropical, subtropical, temperate), but several crops belong to more than one of these categories.
Tropical agriculture - Wikipedia
WEBWhile growing food for local consumption is the core of tropical agriculture, cash crops (normally crops grown for export) are also included in the definition. When people discuss the tropics, it is normal to use generalized labels to group together similar tropical areas.
The Top 10 Tropical Staple Crops (VIDEO) - The Grow Network
WEBJan 9, 2018 · Any combination of these 10 tropical staple crops could keep you alive in a crisis. I recommend planting more than one of them for variation in diet, plus redundancy. If cassava does badly one year, you’ll still have pigeon peas.
Tropical Crops - an overview | ScienceDirect Topics
WEBThe main consumed tropical crops include avocado, banana, guava, mango, papaya, pineapple, and pomegranate.
Top 10 Vegetables Thriving in Tropical Climates
WEBFeb 12, 2024 · In the tropical wet and dry climate of the Caribbean, you'll find crops like okra, sweet potatoes, eggplants, chili peppers, and Malabar spinach thriving. They love the heat and humidity, making them ideal choices for your garden.
The Fruits and Vegetables Are Grown in Tropical Countries
WEBFeb 28, 2024 · Key Takeaway. Tropical fruits commonly grown in tropical countries include mangoes, papayas, lychees, and passion fruits. Tropical vegetables that thrive in these regions include taro, eddoes, amaranth leaves, and okra. Successful tropical agriculture requires consistent warmth, high humidity, well-drained soil, …
Exploring Tropical Agriculture: A Comprehensive Guide
WEBOne of the hallmarks of tropical agriculture is its exceptional crop diversity. Tropical regions boast an array of fruits, vegetables, and staple crops that not only contribute to local diets but also play a critical role in global food security.
Tropical horticulture - Wikipedia
WEBTropical horticulture includes plants such as perennial woody plants (arboriculture), ornamentals (floriculture), vegetables (olericulture), and fruits including grapes (viticulture). The origin of many of these crops is not in the tropics but in temperate zones.
Tropical Agriculture - PLOS Collections
WEBJun 30, 2021 · In this collection, we present a selection of PLOS articles representative of the innovative agricultural research taking place in tropical countries and driving forward the development of sustainable, resilient cropping systems.
A Beginners Guide to Small-Scale Tropical Agriculture
WEBThe scale of agriculture in the tropics ranges from the small household farm to very large farms. Tropical agriculture is usually labor-intensive, seldom machinery-intensive. Large farms, sometimes called plantations, are often concerned with …