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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