Agricultural Systems Overview

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What was one of the reasons Nissan chose to locate in Sunderland?

  • Government policies promoting agricultural development
  • Access to cheaper labor markets
  • Availability of a skilled workforce (correct)
  • Proximity to a major port

Nissan received a financial grant of £40 million from the UK government to support its operations in Sunderland.

True (A)

What type of plot of land was allocated to Nissan for their factory construction?

300-acre disused airfield

Sunderland's good transport and communication network includes ______ and ______ links with major UK cities.

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Match Nissan's location requirements in Sunderland with the corresponding details:

<p>Skilled workforce = Availability of skilled labor due to manufacturing history Transport network = Good road and rail access for logistics Government support = £40 million grant for development Land availability = 300-acre site for factory and expansion</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of farm is primarily focused on growing crops?

<p>Arable farm (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Commercial farming refers to growing food only for personal consumption.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What impact can agriculture have on soil?

<p>Soil erosion</p> Signup and view all the answers

Pastoral farms primarily raise ______ for food.

<p>animals</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the farming system with its description:

<p>Commercial farming = Farming aimed at profit generation Subsistence farming = Growing only enough for family needs Arable farming = Farming focused on crop production Pastoral farming = Farming focused on animal husbandry</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a factor in selecting a site for an industry?

<p>Climate (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Monocultures can enhance ecosystem diversity.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

List one negative impact of agriculture on ecosystems.

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Flashcards

Nissan's UK Location Choice

Nissan chose Sunderland, UK, for its manufacturing plant due to a skilled workforce, good transport links, government support, and ample land for expansion.

Skilled Workforce

Sunderland's manufacturing history provided a readily available workforce with the necessary skills for car production.

Transport & Communication

Good road and rail links in Sunderland facilitated the transport of cars and parts to/from major UK cities and Europe.

Government Support

Financial incentives, such as grants, encouraged Nissan's investment in Sunderland.

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Land Availability

A large, unused airfield provided ample space for Nissan to build a factory and expansion facilities.

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Arable Farm

A farm that focuses on growing crops primarily.

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Pastoral Farm

A farm that raises animals as its primary output.

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Mixed Farm

A farm that combines crop growing and animal raising.

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Commercial Farming

Farming with the intention to make a profit.

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Subsistence Farming

Farming to primarily support the farmer's own family.

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Monoculture

Growing only one type of crop on a farm.

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Nutrient Cycling

Using natural or artificial methods to return nutrients to the soil.

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Farm Inputs

Resources needed for farming like land, labor or materials.

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Study Notes

Agricultural Systems

  • Farms are areas of land used to grow crops and/or raise livestock.
  • Farm types include arable (crops), pastoral (animals), mixed (both), and market gardens (fruits, vegetables, flowers).
  • Farming can be commercial (profit-driven) or subsistence (feeding the family).
  • Farms function as systems with inputs, processes, and outputs.

Farm Inputs

  • Physical factors like climate and soil conditions.
  • Human factors like subsidies, machinery, labor, pesticides/fertilizers, and seeds.

Farm Processes

  • Ploughing, milking, sowing, sheep shearing, pest control, fertilizing, harvesting, and feeding are involved.

Farm Outputs

  • Cereal crops, hay/straw, milk, meat, manure, vegetables, and eggs are outputs

Five Factors for Finding an Industry Location

  • Costs, workforce capacity, regional capability, regional culture, and customer proximity are crucial.

Nissan's Location Requirements in Sunderland

  • Sunderland's skilled workforce, transport network, government support, and large plot of land were factors in Nissan's decision.

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