Across
- 3. the transfer of pollen enabling fertilization and the production of seeds, most often by an animal or by wind
- 6. the act of collecting and storing plant material so it can decay and be added to soil to improve its quality
- 8. a biological community of interacting organisms and their physical environment
- 9. a plot of land, usually in an urban area, rented by individuals or groups for gardening. they provide improved access to nutritious food, increased physical activity, improved mental health, social health and community cohesion
- 10. the act of collecting leftover crops from farmers' fields after they have been commercially harvested
Down
- 1. the methods and infrastructure involved in feeding a population, including how food is produced, processed, distributed, purchased, or provided
- 2. the right of peoples to healthy and culturally appropriate food produced through sustainable methods defined by the community
- 4. system that connects the producer and consumers by allowing the consumer to subscribe to the harvest of a certain farm or group of farms
- 5. a system of rearing livestock using intensive methods designed to maximize production while minimizing costs, by which animals are confined indoors under strictly controlled conditions
- 7. making choices that ensure an equal, if not better, way of life for future generations without putting unnecessary strain on the earth's supporting ecosystems