Environmental Impact of Agriculture

Agriculture has the greatest impact on greenhouse gas emissions due to the presence of heavy industry.

Three greenhouse gases produced by agriculture are Carbon dioxide, Methane, and sulfur dioxide.

Nitrates and phosphates, known as eutrophication, have a positive effect on water quality.

Algae bloom in a lake can be caused by the rapid growth of fish.

Using a buffer zone of 5m from hedgerow and water courses can have no effect on reducing the harmful effects of fertilizers.

Transitioning from making hay to silage positively impacts bird populations.

Corncrake traditionally make their nests in tall grass above the ground.

Eutrophication can negatively impact water quality due to the rapid growth of algae in lakes.

Transitioning from making hay to silage has a positive effect on bird populations in agricultural areas.

Preventing dairy parlours, collecting yards, and pit washings from entering water courses is not necessary for reducing environmental impact in agriculture.

Plants and animals living in a specific habitat is defined as biodiversity.

Land drainage, pollution, and suitable grazing regimes have no impact on biodiversity.

Reducing the impact of fertilizers can be achieved by spreading fertilizer without any buffer zones near water bodies.

There are two greenhouse gases produced by agriculture: Carbon dioxide and Methane.