Practice Improvement In Crop Yields (12.1) - Improvement in Food Resources

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Question 1.
What are macronutrients?
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Think about the levels of nutrients required by plants.
Question 2.
What is the primary purpose of irrigation?
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Consider the role of water in plant growth.
3Question 3.
What is the main goal of the Green Revolution?
- Increase crop yields
- Reduce pesticide use
- Promote organic farming
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Consider what the revolution aimed to achieve in terms of crop output.
4Question 4.
True or False: Crop rotation can help improve soil health.
- True
- False
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Think about the benefits of planting different crops.
Question 5.
Consider a scenario where a farmer uses chemical fertilizers excessively. Discuss the short-term benefits versus the long-term consequences on soil health and surrounding ecosystem.
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Think about both the immediate results and sustainable agriculture.
Question 6.
A farmer has been practicing monoculture for years. Assess the implications of this practice and suggest alternative cropping strategies that could improve soil health and crop yields.
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Reflect on diversity in farming.

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