US Dpt of Agri. Wallace reprisal

The video discusses the impact of wars on agriculture, highlighting how the Second World War led to the over-plowing of land, damaging soil and farmers' incomes. It warns of similar temptations in current times and advises farmers to continue cooperating with the Department of Agriculture to avoid repeating past mistakes.

What was one of the main consequences of farmers plowing large areas of land during the Second World War?

• Increased crop diversity

• Improved soil quality

• Soil degradation and financial losses

• Higher agricultural exports

What was a key lesson learned from the agricultural practices during the Second World War?

• The importance of crop rotation

• The need for sustainable farming programs

• The benefits of monoculture

• The advantages of using chemical fertilizers

What is the current advice given to farmers in light of another potential war?

• To focus on exporting more crops

• To continue cooperating with the Department of Agriculture

• To abandon current farm programs

• To increase the use of chemical fertilizers

Why might some farmers be tempted to abandon current farm programs?

• To increase crop variety

• Due to a lack of government support

• Because of another war

• To pursue organic farming

What is the role of the Department of Agriculture in the context of current farm programs?

• To increase agricultural exports

• To support farmers in sustainable practices

• To encourage farmers to abandon traditional methods

• To promote the use of pesticides