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cultivation period

[/ˌkʌltɪˈveɪʃən ˈpɪriəd/]
nounpl: cultivation periods
período de cultivo
1. The time span during which a crop or plant is grown from planting to harvest
The cultivation period for rice typically lasts four to six months.
O período de cultivo do arroz normalmente dura de quatro a seis meses.
2. In agriculture, the duration required for soil preparation, planting, growth, and maturation of crops
Farmers must plan their budget carefully during the cultivation period.
Os agricultores devem planejar seu orçamento cuidadosamente durante o período de cultivo.
3. In microbiology or laboratory settings, the time required for microorganisms or cell cultures to grow
The cultivation period for bacterial cultures is usually 24 to 48 hours.
O período de cultivo para culturas bacterianas é geralmente de 24 a 48 horas.
Synonyms
growing seasoncrop cycledevelopment periodgrowth period
Antonyms
harvest timedormancy period

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
período de cultivo
Most common term used in agriculture
São Paulo
ciclo de produção
Often used in commercial agricultural contexts
Portugal
período de cultivo
Standard European Portuguese usage
General Brazilian
fase de desenvolvimento
Alternative term emphasizing growth phase

Related Idioms & Phrases

during the cultivation period
extend the cultivation period
throughout the cultivation period
cultivation period management
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