The following are the different stages of crop development and corresponding issues that lead to crop loss:Sowing: Early stage of crop development where climate and weather uncertainties play a major role. A solution could be that farmers switch to crop seeds that are more suitable to the changing environment. They can sow hybrid seeds with an early vigor and high yield. Pre-Harvest: Crops battle thousand of types of insect species and nematodes, every year. Crop growth is also threatened by different types of diseases caused by fungi, viruses, and bacteria. A solution to combat these challenges could be the use of chemical and biological crop protection tools and products.Post-Harvest: Huge crop losses are reported due to poor processing techniques, storage facilities, logistical management, and transportation to distributors and retailers of harvested yield.Students can learn about more such real-life challenges to crop practices and other topics taught on Vedantu. Study material is available for free download to students on the Vedantu website and app.