Ag & Human Needs Extension Activity

What does agronomy focus on?

• The science and technology of growing crops effectively

• The cultivation of fruits, vegetables, flowers, and ornamental plants

• The breeding and raising of livestock

• The farming of aquatic organisms

Which area of agriculture deals with the cultivation of fruits, vegetables, flowers, and ornamental plants?

• Agronomy

• Horticulture

• Animal production

• Aquaculture

What is the primary focus of animal production?

• Breeding and raising livestock for food, fiber, and other byproducts

• The science and technology of growing crops effectively

• The cultivation of fruits, vegetables, flowers, and ornamental plants

• The farming of aquatic organisms

What does aquaculture involve?

• The farming of aquatic organisms

• The management of forests and ecosystems

• The use of living organisms and bioprocesses to develop products

• The study of soil properties and management

What is the primary focus of agronomy, and how does it relate to crop production?

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How does horticulture differ from agronomy in terms of the types of plants it deals with?

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Explain the significance of aquaculture in modern food production and its impact on global seafood supply.

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Why is soil science considered a foundational element in the study of agriculture?

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What is the difference between a product and a byproduct in the context of agricultural production?

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Match the following

• Horticulture

• The study of soil and its characteristics

• soil science

• The farming of aquatic organisms such as fish and shellfish

• Biotechnology

• The use of living organisms to develop or create products

• Aquaculture

• The management and conservation of forests

• Forestry

• The cultivation of plants for food, ornamental purposes, and landscaping