GCSE Geography: Organic Farming vs Agribusiness

What is a key characteristic of organic farming?

• High mechanization

• Use of chemical fertilizers

• Removal of hedgerows

• Use of natural predators for pest control

What is a major drawback of organic food?

• Low labor costs

• High yield

• High cost

• Use of pesticides

What does agribusiness primarily focus on?

• Increasing manual labor

• Eliminating the use of fertilizers

• Maximizing production using modern technology

• Reducing field sizes

Which of the following is NOT a method used in organic farming?

• Natural pest control

• Use of manure and compost

• Crop rotation

• Chemical pesticides

What is a benefit of agribusiness?

• Increased job opportunities

• Low cost per unit of food produced

• No chemical run-off

• Preservation of natural habitats

How is organic produce typically grown?

• With high mechanization

• Using genetically modified seeds

• Without the use of chemicals

• With chemical fertilizers

What is a consequence of increased mechanization in agribusiness?

• Increase in farming jobs

• Decrease in field sizes

• Decline in farming jobs

• Improved natural habitats

What is a common feature of agribusiness farms?

• Small, family-owned farms

• Use of natural fertilizers

• Large commercial operations

• Focus on local markets

What is a common belief about organic food?

• It uses more chemicals

• It is healthier and non-processed

• It is more processed

• It is less healthy than conventional food

What is a method used to control pests in organic farming?

• Irrigation systems

• Genetic modification

• Natural predators

• Chemical pesticides