From Old-School Gardening to the Future of Food

What is a major reason why composting meat and dairy can be problematic?

• They do not decompose at all.

• They attract pests and can cause odor issues.

• They are too difficult to break down.

• They require special compost bins.

What is a key benefit of using biosolids as fertilizer?

• They are easy to produce at home.

• They are completely free of pathogens.

• They help reduce waste in landfills.

• They are more expensive than synthetic fertilizers.

What is a potential downside of using biosolids?

• They are not regulated by any authority.

• They can contain harmful pathogens if not treated properly.

• They are more expensive than synthetic fertilizers.

• They are not effective as a fertilizer.

Why was DDT banned for agricultural use?

• It was too expensive to produce.

• It was ineffective against pests.

• It caused environmental harm and bioaccumulation.

• It was not approved by the EPA.

What is a common misconception about organic farming?

• Organic farming does not use any pesticides.

• Organic farming is less labor-intensive.

• Organic farming is always more expensive.

• Organic farming yields more crops.

What is a challenge in farming bluefin tuna?

• They grow too quickly in captivity.

• They require a small habitat.

• They are herbivores and difficult to feed.

• They have a complex life cycle and need large spaces.

What is a unique feature of truffles that makes them hard to farm?

• They grow in any type of soil.

• They require a symbiotic relationship with tree roots.

• They grow on the surface of the soil.

• They need a lot of sunlight.

What is mycoprotein made from?

• Fungus

• Beans

• Jackfruit

• Soy

What is a benefit of vertical farming?

• It requires no artificial lighting.

• It is cheaper to set up than traditional farms.

• It can produce more food in a smaller area.

• It uses more land than traditional farming.

What is a challenge associated with aquaponics?

• Balancing nutrients for plants can be difficult.

• It is not suitable for growing vegetables.

• It cannot be used indoors.

• It requires a lot of soil.