Agriculture and Food Terms

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a cultivated plant that is grown on a large scale for food, fiber, or other products.

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crop

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a living organism that typically grows in soil, absorbs water and nutrients, and produces food through photosynthesis.

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plant

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the science or practice of farming, including the cultivation of soil for growing crops and the rearing of animals for food.

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agriculture

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the activity of growing crops and raising animals for food.

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farming

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a small, often temporary structure where food is sold.

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food stall

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food that has been altered from its original form for safety reasons or convenience.

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processed food

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items of food sold in a grocery store.

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groceries

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plant-derived substances used to flavor food.

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herbs and spices

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the upper layer of earth in which plants grow, a black or dark brown material typically consisting of a mixture of organic substances, clay, and rock particles.

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soil

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food that is brought into a country from abroad.

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imported food