Global Agricultural Diversity and Practices

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

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

<p>Clustered settlements have higher population densities (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Greater economic opportunities in rural areas (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Vertical Farming (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>All of the above. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>All of the above. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Countries with lower GII scores tend to exhibit higher levels of female labor market participation. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>All of the above. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Barriers to political representation and property rights. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>To ensure equal access to transportation routes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mono-cropping (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The primary goal of production (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Decline in global trade (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Creation of high-yield, disease-resistant wheat varieties (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Livestock ranching (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Increased risk of soil depletion and pest outbreaks (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Focus on profit maximization and market demand (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The journey of a coffee bean from a coffee plantation to a consumer's cup (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Reduced production costs per unit of output (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Soil degradation and water contamination (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sub-Saharan Africa (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Increased risk of economic instability due to price fluctuations (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Overgrazing and unsustainable land management (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By providing subsidies that encourage the production of certain crops. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Reduced food prices and increased efficiency at the expense of smaller farms and local ecosystems (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Increased reliance on chemical fertilizers and pesticides, potentially harming the environment and human health (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Reduction in greenhouse gas emissions and support for local economies (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Reduced food production and potential food insecurity (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Reduced biodiversity, with monocultures and reduced genetic diversity (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Shift towards more sustainable agricultural practices and ethical farming methods (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To assess the level of women's empowerment and participation in agriculture. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Increased economic development and urbanization are creating new opportunities outside of agriculture, allowing women to access education and work in other sectors (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Potential environmental harm due to uncontrolled expansion and waste management issues (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Balancing increasing food demand with sustainable agricultural practices and environmental protection (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Consumers are increasingly demanding healthier and more sustainable food options, driving a shift towards organic and ethically sourced products (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>NAFTA negatively impacted some Mexican farmers, leading to increased competition from US and Canadian farmers and a decline in local production (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Subsidies encourage the production of specific crops, potentially leading to oversupply and lower prices, impacting farmers in markets that lack subsidies (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The use of GMOs raises concerns about potential long-term health effects and environmental impact, prompting ethical debates about food safety and sustainability (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Different climates support varied crops and practices, like tropical and Mediterranean.

High inputs of labor and capital per unit of land, often located near urban centers.

Low inputs per unit of land, characterized by larger areas and lower labor and capital, often far from cities.

Substances that enhance soil fertility and increase crop yields.

Innovative method utilizing vertical space in urban areas for crop production.

Crops grown primarily for export rather than local food production, impacting food security.

Homes and farms are close together, leading to higher population density and social interaction.

Moving livestock across large areas to find pasture, common in arid regions.

Economic activities not regulated by the government, often underreported.

A measure of gender disparities regarding health, empowerment, and labor participation.

Obstacles preventing women from accessing industry and service jobs.

The participation of women in political roles and ownership rights.

Differences in nutrition access, often favoring men over women.

Clearing forests to create agricultural land, harming ecosystems.

Spread of deserts due to poor agricultural practices leading to land degradation.

Accumulation of salts in soil, reducing its fertility and crop yields.

Contamination of water sources from agricultural runoff of fertilizers and pesticides.

Farming methods that maintain land health and preserve ecosystems.

Issues in managing water resources due to agricultural practices, affecting availability.

Loss of plant species diversity due to monocropping in agriculture, affecting ecosystems.

Local farming initiative where consumers support farmers by purchasing shares of crops.

Trade policy ensuring producers receive fair compensation for sustainable practices.

Period of dramatic agricultural advancements leading to increased food production through technology.

Breeding of aquatic organisms for food, raising sustainability concerns in ecosystems.

Economic advancements often improve women's roles and living standards.

Shift in farming practices as populations move to cities, affecting labor needs.

Ongoing efforts to achieve gender equality in various sectors and empower women.

A survey method with narrow parcels extending from a transportation route to ensure equal access.

A survey method that uses natural landmarks to define property boundaries.

The idea that land prices decrease with distance from urban areas, influencing agricultural locations.

An area known as the birthplace of the Neolithic Revolution and early agriculture.

The transfer of plants, animals, culture, and ideas between the Americas and the Old World in the 15th-16th centuries.

A period marked by technological advancements in farming, leading to increased food production.

An increase in food production due to high-yield seeds and chemical use, but with environmental trade-offs.

Farming to provide enough food for the farmer's family, focusing on sustainability.

Farming aimed at profit maximization, often with larger farms and advanced technologies.

A method using small land areas to produce high yields through significant labor and capital investment.

A method requiring large land areas with lower yield and less input.

A model depicting agricultural land use in concentric rings around a central market based on perishability.

The series of steps involved in moving agricultural products from production to consumers.

The agricultural practice of planting the same crop repeatedly in the same area.

The way conflicts disrupt agricultural production and exports, affecting global food supply.