Identify crop C, describe its botanical classification, method of propagation, and list three cultural practices for its healthy growth.

a) The crop labelled C is a potato. Potatoes belong to the group of tuber crops.

b) One characteristic feature of crop C is that it is an underground stem modified for food storage, possessing "eyes" (buds) from which new plants can grow.

c) Crop C (potato) can be propagated vegetatively by planting whole tubers or cut pieces of tubers (known as seed potatoes), ensuring each piece contains at least one "eye" or bud.

d) Three cultural practices that could promote the healthy growth of the crop are:

• Earthing up (hilling): Mounding soil around the base of the plants to protect developing tubers from sunlight and pests, and to encourage more tuber formation.
• Weed control: Regularly removing weeds to reduce competition for water, nutrients, and sunlight.
• Application of appropriate fertilizers: Providing essential nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium in the correct balance to support growth and tuber development.