15 terms ad definitions of ag

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  1. 2. The farming of aquatic organisms, including fish, mollusks, crustaceans, and aquatic plants, in controlled environments.
  2. 4. Farming: A method of farming that relies on natural processes, biodiversity, and cycles adapted to local conditions, rather than using synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, or genetically modified organisms (GMOs).
  3. 5. The branch of agriculture that deals with the science of soil management and the production of field crops.
  4. 8. Pest Management (IPM): An ecosystem-based strategy that focuses on long-term prevention of pests through a combination of techniques such as biological control, habitat manipulation, and modification of cultural practices.
  5. 9. Agriculture: A management concept based on observing, measuring, and responding to inter- and intra-field variability in crops using technology (like GPS, drones, and sensors) to improve efficiency.
  6. 10. Domesticated animals (such as cattle, sheep, pigs, and poultry) raised in an agricultural setting to produce labor and commodities such as food, fiber, and wool.
  7. 13. The study of ecological processes applied to agricultural production, focusing on sustainable and resilient farming systems.
  8. 14. The art and science of cultivating fruits, vegetables, flowers, and ornamental plants.
  9. 15. Farming: A form of farming where nearly all of the crops or livestock raised are used to maintain the farmer and the farmer's family, leaving little to no surplus for trade or sale.
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  1. 1. Agriculture: Farming practices that meet society’s present food and fiber needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs, focusing on environmental health and economic profitability.
  2. 3. A method of growing plants without soil, using mineral nutrient solutions in a water solvent.
  3. 6. The science and art of cultivating the soil, producing crops, and raising livestock; it involves the preparation of plant and animal products for human use and their distribution to markets.
  4. 7. The mechanical modification of soil (such as plowing or harrowing) to prepare it for planting, manage weeds, or improve soil structure.
  5. 11. A land management system that intentionally integrates trees or shrubs with crops and/or livestock to create environmental, economic, and social benefits.
  6. 12. Rotation: The practice of growing a series of different types of crops in the same area across a sequence of growing seasons to improve soil health and reduce pest pressure.