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- 4. term for the transformation of raw ingredients into food products through various physical and chemical processes
- 9. strategy can farmers use to increase their income and reduce their risks
- 14. term used to describe the efforts and practices to prevent soil degradation and maintain soil health for future generations
- 16. What farming system involves combining different agricultural practices such as crop cultivation, animal husbandry
- 18. farming approach aims to maintain long-term productivity and ecological balance while minimizing negative environmental and societal impacts
- 19. What is the practice of growing crops in containers
- 23. What is the measurement that indicates the acidity or alkalinity of soil
- 24. agricultural practice of growing multiple crops, often of different species
- 25. modern industrial method of farming that relies on synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, and other technological interventions
- 27. substance controls or eliminates pests, including insects and rodents
- 30. common method is used to determine soil’s nutrient and pH levels
- 33. term for a repository that stores and preserves seeds for future use
- 34. something that is used to protect, contain, and preserve food during transportation and storage
- 36. holistic approach to designing and maintaining self-sufficient, productive ecosystems inspired by natural ecosystems and traditional farming practices
- 38. a farming technique that involves rotating the type of crops grown in a particular field over different seasons or years
- 39. What is the soilless method of growing plants using mineral nutrient solutions in a water solvent called
- 40. natural fertilizer made from animal waste and decaying organic matter
- 42. substance used to kill insects called
- 44. common agricultural practice involving water application to crops
- 45. important factor in determining plant growth and productivity
- 46. substance used to kill rodents
- 48. recommended technique for improving soil health and reducing weed growth in a garden or farm
- 50. common practice involving regulating and managing how land is utilized within a specific area
- 52. growing practice involves cultivating, processing, and distributing food within urban area
- 53. sustainable farming technique that combines aquaculture (raising aquatic animals) and hydroponics
- 54. What is the practice of growing crops on the sides of buildings
- 56. sustainable way to manage organic waste at home or in the garden
- 59. term for a structure designed to trap and retain heat commonly used in plant cultivation
- 60. What is the practice of growing crops without human intervention
- 67. sustainable method of agriculture that emphasizes using natural fertilizers, biological pest control
- 69. determining factor for determining the appropriateness of a piece of land for a specific use or activity
- 70. first step in establishing a new farm or garden
- 72. a substance used to control or kill unwanted plants
- 75. practice of cultivating land, raising animals, and producing crops
- 77. farming management strategy uses technology to optimize crop yields,
- 78. substance is used to provide plants with essential nutrients for growth
- 80. describe the ability of land to support various types of agricultural or non-agricultural activities
- 81. farming involves large-scale production for profit and often utilizes modern technologies and management techniques
- 82. abbreviation for Integrated Pest Management
- 84. describes the industry that involves agricultural production and related business activities
- 85. What is a key component of healthy soil that helps improve its fertility and structure
- 86. agricultural activity involves gathering crops or plants for food or other uses
- 87. term used to describe the process of controlling and developing the use of land resources
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- 1. cultivation of crops for market sale
- 2. term that refers to the complex web of activities and actors involved in producing, distributing, and consuming food
- 3. agricultural practice of growing a single crop species in a given area
- 4. What is the topic of concern regarding potential hazards and risks related to food handling, preparation, and consumption
- 5. arrangement of soil particles and their tendency to clump together called
- 6. large-scale, intensive farming practices that use modern technology, machinery, and chemical inputs
- 7. concept that refers to the right of people and communities to control their own food systems,
- 8. What is a common cause of reduced crop yields in coastal regions and arid climates
- 10. practice of growing different crops in the same field
- 11. process of deterioration in the quality of land, including soil, water, and vegetation, which can lead to reduced productivity and biodiversity loss
- 12. agricultural practice involves the deliberate manipulation of plant genetics to produce desired traits
- 13. substance used to kill or prevent the growth of fungi called
- 15. the term for farming aquatic plants and animals in a controlled environment
- 17. important for maintaining a productive and sustainable agricultural system
- 20. pesticide is derived from natural materials and used to control pests while minimizing environmental and human health harm
- 21. the process of creating new land by filling or dredging a body of water
- 22. What is the practice of growing crops in an arid climate
- 23. practice of growing crops for personal consumption
- 26. refers to the legal or customary arrangements that determine how land is owned, used, and transferred
- 28. field of science that combines biology and technology to develop new methods of improving agricultural practices
- 29. term refers to the process of starting and operating a business in the agricultural sector
- 31. common problem in households, restaurants, and supermarkets that contributes to environmental and economic issues
- 32. type of tourism that combines agricultural activities and environmental conservation
- 35. what is the physical composition of soil called
- 37. What common issue can arise from the excessive use of heavy machinery on soil
- 41. sustainable agricultural approach that emphasizes ecological principles and local knowledge while rejecting the use of synthetic inputs
- 43. the practice of growing crops in high-density areas
- 47. name given to the significant increase in agricultural production that occurred in the 1960s and 1970s
- 49. term for the practice of cultivating plants for food, medicine, and decoration
- 51. term used to describe the process of transferring ownership and management of a farm to the next generation of family members
- 55. type of tourism involves visiting and staying on farms or agricultural areas
- 57. practice of growing crops on a small scale
- 58. important factor for plant growth that is determined by the soil's nutrient content and physical properties
- 61. term used to describe a type of farming where people grow crops and raise animals mainly to meet the basic needs
- 62. term used to describe the condition where all people have access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food to meet their dietary needs
- 63. term refers to the variety of life forms on Earth and the ecological roles they perform
- 64. farming method that focuses on improving soil health, increasing biodiversity, and sequestering carbon while producing nutritious food
- 65. describe the amount of output per unit of land in agricultural production
- 66. what is the process by which soil is moved or washed away from its original location
- 68. activity that involves putting seeds or young plants into the ground to grow
- 71. term for the information provided on a food product's packaging that describes the nutritional content and ingredients
- 73. practice of growing crops in low-density areas
- 74. sustainable land use system that combines agriculture and forestry practices
- 76. term for domesticated animals raised in an agricultural setting for the production of commodities such as meat, milk, and eggs
- 79. term for a domesticated, locally adapted plant or animal variety that has developed over time through traditional farming practices
- 83. name of the transparent, odorless, tasteless liquid essential for all life on Earth