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Which nutrient does NOT contribute to body development, growth, and health?
Which nutrient does NOT contribute to body development, growth, and health?
Simply increasing grain production alone can solve the problem of malnutrition and hunger.
Simply increasing grain production alone can solve the problem of malnutrition and hunger.
False
What agricultural practices can be used to improve production efficiency?
What agricultural practices can be used to improve production efficiency?
Mixed farming, intercropping, integrated farming practices
India will need more than a __________ tonnes of grain every year to feed its growing population.
India will need more than a __________ tonnes of grain every year to feed its growing population.
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Match the following food sources with their respective categories:
Match the following food sources with their respective categories:
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What is essential for combating the problem of hunger in agriculture?
What is essential for combating the problem of hunger in agriculture?
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What is the primary benefit of inter-cropping?
What is the primary benefit of inter-cropping?
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The green revolution has not contributed to an increase in food-grain production.
The green revolution has not contributed to an increase in food-grain production.
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Weeds compete for nutrients, space, and light with crops.
Weeds compete for nutrients, space, and light with crops.
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Name two methods used to control weeds in cultivated fields.
Name two methods used to control weeds in cultivated fields.
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Which country is mentioned as needing to improve its food resources due to a growing population?
Which country is mentioned as needing to improve its food resources due to a growing population?
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Insect pests can damage plants by sucking the cell sap and boring into the ______.
Insect pests can damage plants by sucking the cell sap and boring into the ______.
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Match the following types of pathogens with their categories:
Match the following types of pathogens with their categories:
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Which of the following crops can be used in inter-cropping?
Which of the following crops can be used in inter-cropping?
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Pesticides can only control insect pests but are ineffective against weeds.
Pesticides can only control insect pests but are ineffective against weeds.
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What are two harmful effects of diseases caused by pathogens in plants?
What are two harmful effects of diseases caused by pathogens in plants?
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Which of the following activities is NOT classified under improving crop yields?
Which of the following activities is NOT classified under improving crop yields?
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Hybridisation refers to the crossing between genetically dissimilar plants.
Hybridisation refers to the crossing between genetically dissimilar plants.
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What is one way to incorporate desirable characteristics into crop varieties?
What is one way to incorporate desirable characteristics into crop varieties?
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The major groups of activities for improving crop yields include crop variety improvement, crop production improvement, and ________ management.
The major groups of activities for improving crop yields include crop variety improvement, crop production improvement, and ________ management.
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Which of the following is classified as a macronutrient?
Which of the following is classified as a macronutrient?
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
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Vermi-compost is made by using earthworms to speed up the decomposition process.
Vermi-compost is made by using earthworms to speed up the decomposition process.
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What factor is NOT mentioned as necessary for the growth of different crops?
What factor is NOT mentioned as necessary for the growth of different crops?
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What is the term for the process of decomposing farm waste material in pits?
What is the term for the process of decomposing farm waste material in pits?
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Introducing a gene to provide desired characteristics results in traditional crops.
Introducing a gene to provide desired characteristics results in traditional crops.
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What is the primary focus of crop variety improvement?
What is the primary focus of crop variety improvement?
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The plant nutrients used in small quantities are called __________.
The plant nutrients used in small quantities are called __________.
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Match the nutrient source with its nutrient type:
Match the nutrient source with its nutrient type:
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Which nutrient deficiency affects a plant's growth and susceptibility to diseases?
Which nutrient deficiency affects a plant's growth and susceptibility to diseases?
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Green manure plants are mulched and ploughed into the soil after crop seeds are sown.
Green manure plants are mulched and ploughed into the soil after crop seeds are sown.
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What is one example of a plant that can be used for green manure?
What is one example of a plant that can be used for green manure?
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What is one major benefit of using manure in agriculture?
What is one major benefit of using manure in agriculture?
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Organic farming systems heavily rely on chemical fertilizers.
Organic farming systems heavily rely on chemical fertilizers.
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What type of wells are used to tap deep water sources?
What type of wells are used to tap deep water sources?
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In a typical irrigation system, _______ are constructed to divert water from reservoirs or rivers.
In a typical irrigation system, _______ are constructed to divert water from reservoirs or rivers.
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Match the type of irrigation system with its description:
Match the type of irrigation system with its description:
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Which organic material is often used in organic farming systems?
Which organic material is often used in organic farming systems?
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Crop rotation is a method used in organic farming to increase diversity.
Crop rotation is a method used in organic farming to increase diversity.
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Name one bio-agent used in organic farming.
Name one bio-agent used in organic farming.
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What is the primary purpose of broilers in poultry production?
What is the primary purpose of broilers in poultry production?
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Capture fishing refers to breeding fish in controlled environments.
Capture fishing refers to breeding fish in controlled environments.
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Name two types of water where fish farming can occur.
Name two types of water where fish farming can occur.
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Many marine fish are caught using various types of ______ from fishing boats.
Many marine fish are caught using various types of ______ from fishing boats.
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Match the following fish species with their feeding habits:
Match the following fish species with their feeding habits:
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Which of the following is NOT a popular marine fish variety mentioned?
Which of the following is NOT a popular marine fish variety mentioned?
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The use of satellites and echo-sounders aids in locating fish schools in the sea.
The use of satellites and echo-sounders aids in locating fish schools in the sea.
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What is a benefit of using multiple fish species in a single fishpond?
What is a benefit of using multiple fish species in a single fishpond?
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Study Notes
Food Resources Improvement
- All living organisms require food, including proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals for growth and health.
- Plants and animals are major food sources.
- India has a large population with increasing needs, requiring a substantial increase in food production.
- Existing land for agriculture is intensively used, so increasing production efficiency for crops and livestock is crucial.
- Sustainable farming practices are necessary to increase production without harming the environment.
- Access to food is also important, not just availability; people need money to buy food.
Crop Yield Improvement
- Efforts to meet increasing demand have led to successes like the Green Revolution and White Revolution.
- These revolutions increased food production but put more strain on natural resources.
- Crop variety improvement focuses on selecting high-yielding, disease-resistant, and quality varieties through breeding and genetic modification (GMOs).
- Hybridisation (crossing between genetically dissimilar plants) and gene introduction are methods of improvement.
- The new varieties of crops must produce high yields in different areas to be successful.
- Crop production management, considering financial ability and technologies, needs to consider: -Nutrient management (macro- and micro-nutrients). -Water management (wells, canals, river systems, tanks, etc.). -Cropping patterns (mixed cropping, intercropping, crop rotation). -Crop protection from weeds, insects, and diseases (pesticides, herbicides etc).
Animal Husbandry
- Efficient management of livestock is key:
- Cattle farming, for milk and work.
- Poultry farming, for eggs and meat.
- Breeding and selecting suitable animals.
- Supplying balanced rations of food, including roughage and concentrates.
- Managing disease control and vaccination.
- Providing proper housing and hygiene.
- Improving production with better breeds and better practices.
- Fish farming (mariculture and aquaculture), and capture fishing, also require good management to effectively produce.
Honey Production
- Beekeeping is important as it provides honey.
- Honey production depends on factors like the flowers available for bees to collect nectar (pasturage) and bee variety.
- The Italian bee is a popular variety for honey production because of its high production capacity and lower sting potential.
Storage Issues
- Food storage is necessary, but significant losses can occur.
- Storage needs proper methods for maintaining condition like temperature, cleanliness and pest control
Sustainable Practices
- Organic farming emphasizes reduced use of chemical substances, maximum use of organic waste, and methods to ensure sustainable use of resources.
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Explore the importance of food resources and strategies for improving crop yield in response to the growing demands of a large population. This quiz discusses sustainable farming practices, the impact of the Green and White Revolutions, and advancements in crop variety through genetic modification. Test your knowledge on these essential topics for food security.
