Sustainable Farming: Common ways farmers protect their crops

The video explores the origins of food in grocery stores, highlighting the global importance of agriculture. It discusses modern farming techniques, including the use of technology and sustainable practices. The video also covers crop protection methods and the significance of nutrients. Sustainable agriculture is emphasized, with alternatives to fertilizers and pesticides. A case study on citrus farming in Florida illustrates challenges like greening disease and innovative solutions such as open-field hydroponics.

What are some of the advanced technologies used in modern farming?

• Traditional plowing methods

• Advanced technologies and mechanized equipment

• Manual labor and hand tools

• Natural fertilizers only

Which of the following is a common method to control agricultural pests?

• Increasing water supply

• Planting more trees

• Applying insecticides, herbicides, and fungicides

• Using organic compost

What is a key component of sustainable agriculture according to the USDA?

• Enhancing environmental quality and natural resource base

• Maximizing short-term profits

• Focusing solely on crop yield

• Using only renewable resources

What is one method farmers use to reduce the need for fertilizers?

• Using trap crops

• Increasing pesticide use

• Planting the same crop repeatedly

• Reducing water supply

How did Pete Spyke address the greening disease in his citrus farms?

• By increasing the use of fertilizers

• By switching to a different crop

• By adopting open-field hydroponics

• By using more pesticides