Which if the following crops below requires the following conditions for successful cultivation?

i Heavy rainfall of between 1270mm (50 ins) and 2000mm (80 ins) during the 4 to 6 months growing periods.

ii High mean temperature of 18° to 27°C (65° to 80°F) no cold season.

iii A warm, dry period for harvesting.

iv Loamy or clayey soil and an almost level ground.

V Cheap and abundant labour.

  • A Maize
  • B Cotton
  • C Rice
  • D Cocoa
  • E Millet

The correct answer is D. Cocoa

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