Considering the cultural context of ancient Israel, what might have been the underlying significance of the prohibition against mixing seeds in a field (Deuteronomy 22:9)?

A It was simply a practical measure to prevent crop failure. B It symbolized the importance of maintaining social distinctions between different tribes. C It was primarily intended to protect farmers from unfair competition. D It reflected a broader principle of maintaining order and distinctiveness in creation, avoiding unnatural mixtures that could disrupt the divinely ordained harmony.