Exploring Agricultural Careers

According to the presentation, how long has agriculture contributed to the growth and development of civilization?

• 5,000 to 8,000 years

• 1,000 to 3,000 years

• 10,000 to 12,000 years

• 18,000 to 20,000 years

(True/False) Farming was what early humans primarily depended on for their source of food, clothing and shelter.

• True

• False

According to the presentation, which of the following made up the tools used by early farmers?

• Metal

• Wood and Stone

• Steel

• Animal Bones

Which of the following refers to the products produced for a source of income?

• Income Crops

• Gross Crops

• Harvest Crops

• Cash Crops

(True/False) Advancements in biotechnology has allowed producers to increase the number of people they are able to provide for.

• True

• False

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Which of the following is the correct estimate for how many people one producer was able to provide for today?

• 100

• 25

• 155

• 40

(True/False) The United States Department of Agriculture was found in 1776

• True

• False

Which agencies listed are in the United States Department of Agriculture

• Natural Resource Conservation Service

• Soil Conservation Service

• United Forest Service

• Defense Intelligence Agency

• Future Farmers of America

Which of the following sectors of agriculture has the highest growth and demand?

• Food products and processing

• Natural resources

• Agribusiness

• Environmental services

Which of the following is considered to be the largest industry in the United States?

• Livestock production

• Crop production

• Agribusiness

• Food processing