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Which of the following best describes dryland farming?
Which of the following best describes dryland farming?
- Growing introduced crops without tillage
- Using irrigation to grow crops
- Raising livestock on native vegetation
- Converting a natural ecosystem to an agro-ecosystem (correct)
What is the main difference between dryland farming and rainfed farming?
What is the main difference between dryland farming and rainfed farming?
- Dryland farming requires irrigation while rainfed farming does not
- Dryland farming emphasizes water conservation while rainfed farming does not
- Rainfed farming deals with excess water while dryland farming does not (correct)
- Rainfed farming uses high levels of inputs while dryland farming does not
In which type of climate does dryland farming primarily occur?
In which type of climate does dryland farming primarily occur?
- Tropical
- Temperate
- Subtropical
- Arid (correct)
What is the main focus of dryland farming?
What is the main focus of dryland farming?
How is dryland farming different from dryland agriculture?
How is dryland farming different from dryland agriculture?