| Mixed cropping | Intercropping | |
| 1. | There is no definite pattern of rows. | Crops are grown in definite pattern of rows like 1: 1, 1: 2 or 1: 3. |
| 2. | It is undertaken to reduce the chances of crop failure. | It is undertaken to enhance the production of crops per unit area. |
| 3. | Mixed cropping cannot be done separately for crops. | In intercropping crops can be harvested as well as threshed separately. |
| 4. | Seeds are mixed up before sowing. | Seeds are not mixed before sowing. |
| 5. | Application of fertilisers and spraying. | As per the need of the individual crop, fertilisers as well as pesticides can be applied easily. |
