Sustainable Agriculture

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What is sustainable agriculture?

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Sustainable agriculture is a farming approach that focuses on producing food in a way that is environmentally friendly, economically viable, and socially responsible. It aims to meet current food needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

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What are some methods used in sustainable agriculture?

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Methods include crop rotation, organic farming, agroforestry, permaculture, and integrated pest management.

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What is the main goal of sustainable agriculture?

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The main goal is to create a farming system that is productive, environmentally sound, and socially equitable.

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What does 'viable' mean in the context of agriculture?

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Viable means capable of working successfully or being effective. In agriculture, it refers to practices that can sustain farming operations over the long term.

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What is soil erosion?

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Soil erosion is the process by which the top layer of soil is worn away by wind, water, or human activity, leading to loss of soil fertility.

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How does sustainable agriculture benefit the environment?

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It helps preserve biodiversity, reduce pollution, conserve water, and improve soil health.

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True or False: Sustainable agriculture can lead to lower yields compared to conventional farming.

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False. While yields may vary, sustainable practices can maintain or even improve yields over time.

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What is crop rotation?

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Crop rotation is the practice of growing different types of crops in the same area across a sequence of seasons to improve soil health and reduce pests.

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What is organic farming?

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Organic farming is a method of agriculture that avoids the use of synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, and genetically modified organisms, focusing instead on natural processes.

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What is agroforestry?

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Agroforestry is a land use management system that combines agriculture and forestry to create more diverse, productive, and sustainable land-use systems.