Questions and Answers
What type of farm is primarily focused on producing for sales?
Which farming system is characterized by succession planting to maintain soil fertility?
What factor can significantly influence the choice of farming system for owner operators?
Which type of farm is most likely to have a high level of interdependence between its different units?
Signup and view all the answers
What characteristic is common in the farm sector that affects market risks?
Signup and view all the answers
Which of the following is NOT identified as a production constraint in the farm sector?
Signup and view all the answers
What is a significant issue concerning marketing in the farm sector?
Signup and view all the answers
Which of the following problems is related to support services in the farm sector?
Signup and view all the answers
Which farming option emphasizes cooperative efforts among small farms?
Signup and view all the answers
What is one of the problems faced by farmers regarding input sourcing?
Signup and view all the answers
Which of the following options includes elements of market linkaging?
Signup and view all the answers
In alternative distribution strategies, which market is associated with both small and commercial farms?
Signup and view all the answers
Which of the following problems relates to input use among farmers?
Signup and view all the answers
What percentage of the total area of Philippine farms is devoted to crops?
Signup and view all the answers
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of farming?
Signup and view all the answers
What is the average area of farms in the Philippines in 2000?
Signup and view all the answers
Which farm classification is primarily based on ownership?
Signup and view all the answers
Which of the following major crops has the largest share of the area devoted to crops in the Philippines?
Signup and view all the answers
What is a common disadvantage of farming as highlighted in the content?
Signup and view all the answers
What percentage of the farm production value in the Philippines is attributed to crops?
Signup and view all the answers
Which type of farm is most commonly managed by a household and has a small portion going to the market?
Signup and view all the answers
In terms of farm classifications, which of the following describes farms that are either wholly or partially owned?
Signup and view all the answers
Which of the following statements about the demand for farm products is true?
Signup and view all the answers
Study Notes
The Farm Sector
- Comprises agriculture, fishery, and forestry sub-sectors, forming the core of agribusiness.
- Interconnected with input, processing, and marketing sectors.
Farm Definition and Characteristics
- A farm is any land used to raise plants and animals, integrating environmental resources and technological improvements.
- Farming, as an ancient vocation, is characterized by the integration of home and business, with combined management functions.
- Many farms operate as small business units, facing unique challenges such as limited product standardization and inelastic demand.
Farming Challenges
- Farms experience high competition and production costs, particularly due to small-scale operations.
- Financing and production control are difficult; many farm workers receive lower wages and face societal undervaluation.
Philippine Farms Overview
- Number of farms increased from 2.16 million in 1960 to 5.7 million in 2000.
- Average farm area decreased from 3.59 hectares to 1.80 hectares during the same period.
- Over 50% of farms are 2.99 hectares and below, with more than half being owned or partly owned.
Cropping and Production Value
- Crops account for 76% of the cultivated area, with rice (52.73%) and corn (36%) dominating.
- Total production value is ₱1.78 trillion, with crops constituting 55%, livestock at 16.8%, poultry at 11.78%, and fishery at 16.25%.
Major Crops in the Philippines
- Key crops include palay (rice), coconut, corn, banana, and sugarcane.
Farm Classifications
- Classified by legal status (individual, corporate, cooperative, etc.), tenure (owned, tenanted, etc.), and management systems (subsistence, commercial, collectivized).
- Crop and livestock classifications include mono-crop, mixed crop, relay crop, and integrated farms.
Farming Systems
- A coherent combination of labor and production means for various agricultural products, allowing for multiple systems within one farm.
Factors Influencing Farming Systems
- Ownership allows more freedom in managing crops/livestock combinations.
- Factors such as size, location, soil type, market risks, and income opportunities impact farming decisions.
Characteristics of the Farm Sector
- Dominated by small producers reliant on uncontrollable production factors.
- Vulnerable to high market risks due to the nature of produce and weak market relationships.
Problems in the Farm Sector
- Input sourcing challenges include high costs and poor access to resources.
- Production constraints involve lack of control over conditions and knowledge of technology.
- Marketing issues consist of insufficient markets, inadequate product differentiation, and infrastructure.
- Support service deficiencies include inadequate credit access and ineffective programs.
Farm Sector Options
- Transition towards small to medium commercial farming supported by farmer organizations and contract arrangements.
- Strengthening market linkages through farmer initiatives, organizations, industry associations, NGOs, and government efforts.
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
Description
This quiz covers various aspects of the farm sector, including the intricacies of agriculture, fishery, and forestry, and their interconnected roles in agribusiness. It delves into the definition and characteristics of farms, as well as the unique challenges they face in the Philippine context. Test your knowledge on farming dynamics and socio-economic factors impacting the agricultural landscape.
