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?

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

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

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

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

Match the following

• soil science

• The use of living organisms to develop or create products

• Horticulture

• The study of soil and its characteristics

• Forestry

• The farming of aquatic organisms such as fish and shellfish

• Biotechnology

• The management and conservation of forests

• Aquaculture

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