Understanding the Control of Seeds in Modern Agriculture

What is one of the main reasons agricultural companies control seed distribution?

• To sell more chemicals

• To support small farmers

• To ensure food security

• To increase biodiversity

Who founded Monsanto and what was its original business focus?

• Bartow Elmore, a chemical company

• John Queeney, a seed company

• John Queeney, a chemical company

• Bartow Elmore, a seed company

What was the main component of Monsanto's herbicide Roundup?

• Styrene

• Glyphosate

• PCBs

• Saccharin

How did Monsanto's genetically modified seeds change farming practices?

• They reduced the need for herbicides

• They eliminated soil erosion

• They increased crop diversity

• They allowed for more chemical use

What is a significant environmental concern associated with modern agriculture?

• Decreased reliance on chemicals

• Reduced greenhouse gas emissions

• Increased biodiversity

• Overuse of pesticides and fertilizers

Why is crop diversity important in agriculture?

• It helps crops adapt to extreme weather

• It makes crops more vulnerable to disease

• It reduces the number of edible plants

• It increases the use of chemicals

What role do seed banks play in agriculture?

• They increase the use of genetically modified seeds

• They store and preserve traditional seed varieties

• They reduce the number of seed varieties available

• They promote the use of chemical fertilizers

How do traditional seeds contribute to climate resilience?

• They require more chemical treatments

• They are less diverse

• They can adapt to harsh climatic conditions

• They are more susceptible to pests

What is a key benefit of traditional farming practices?

• They increase the use of patented seeds

• They preserve seed diversity

• They reduce the variety of crops grown

• They rely heavily on chemical inputs

What is the main goal of initiatives like Vanastree?

• To increase the use of chemical fertilizers

• To reclaim control of seeds and promote seed exchange

• To reduce the number of seed varieties

• To promote the use of genetically modified seeds