Growing two or more crops in the same field but in different rows is called

Growing two or more crops simultaneously in the same field with a definite row arrangement is defined as intercropping. Specifically, this practice is known as row intercropping, where different crops are planted in alternating rows or a fixed row pattern to optimize resource use and increase yield per unit area. This differs from mixed cropping, where crops are grown together without any distinct row arrangement or fixed ratio [1]. While intercropping involves spatial arrangement in the same season, crop rotation refers to the temporal sequence of growing different crops on the same plot at different times of the year. Intercropping methods like row intercropping are common in intensive agriculture to reduce competition between component crops and provide insurance against total crop failure [2].

Sources

1. [1] Indian Economy, Vivek Singh (7th ed. 2023-24) > Chapter 11: Agriculture - Part II > 11.2 Farming System and Cropping Pattern in India > p. 337
2. [2] Environment, Shankar IAS Acedemy .(ed 10th) > Chapter 25: Agriculture > Difference between inter cropping and mixed cropping > p. 359