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What is the primary purpose of sustainable agriculture?
What is the primary purpose of sustainable agriculture?
- Balancing economic viability with environmental and social considerations (correct)
- Maximizing short-term crop yield
- Minimizing long-term soil fertility
- Utilizing excessive chemical fertilizers
Which of the following is an example of integrated farming?
Which of the following is an example of integrated farming?
- Rearing only one type of livestock on a farm
- Growing crops and rearing livestock together on a farm (correct)
- Using excessive chemical pesticides in farming
- Growing only one type of crop in a field
What is the primary goal of organic farming?
What is the primary goal of organic farming?
- Maximizing the use of synthetic chemical fertilizers and pesticides
- Minimizing the productivity of agricultural systems
- Reducing environmental impact and promoting biodiversity (correct)
- Promoting monoculture farming practices
What is the significance of crop rotation in sustainable agriculture?
What is the significance of crop rotation in sustainable agriculture?
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Sustainable Agriculture
- The primary purpose of sustainable agriculture is to meet the food needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
Integrated Farming
- An example of integrated farming is combining crops and livestock on the same farm, utilizing waste from one system as input for another.
Organic Farming
- The primary goal of organic farming is to promote ecological balance, conserve biodiversity, and use natural farming techniques to produce safe and healthy food.
Crop Rotation in Sustainable Agriculture
- Crop rotation is significant in sustainable agriculture as it improves soil fertility, reduces pests and diseases, and increases crop yields, thereby reducing the need for synthetic fertilizers and pesticides.
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Enhance your knowledge of food resources through this quiz designed to align with CBSE Class 9 Biology curriculum. Test your understanding of topics like agriculture, animal husbandry, and modern farming techniques.
