High-yield varieties

High-yield varieties (HYVs) are types of crops that have been specially bred to produce more food per plant than traditional varieties. These crops offer enhanced traits such as disease resistance, better adaptation to different environments, or improved nutritional content. HYVs are especially important in agriculture as they help increase food production to meet the demands of a growing population. By using HYVs, farmers can cultivate more crops on the same amount of land, which can lead to better food security and more sustainable agricultural practices. However, they may also require specific agricultural inputs like fertilizers and water.