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Where is Intensive Subsistence, Wet Rice Dominant primarily practiced?
Where is Intensive Subsistence, Wet Rice Dominant primarily practiced?
Large population concentrations of East Asia and South Asia
Where is Intensive Subsistence, Crops Other Than Rice Dominant practiced?
Where is Intensive Subsistence, Crops Other Than Rice Dominant practiced?
In large population concentrations of East Asia and South Asia where growing rice is difficult
What is meant by 'intensive' in agriculture?
What is meant by 'intensive' in agriculture?
It implies that farmers must work intensively to subsist on a parcel of land
Where is intensive subsistence agriculture practiced and why?
Where is intensive subsistence agriculture practiced and why?
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What is 'wet rice'?
What is 'wet rice'?
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What is a 'sawah'?
What is a 'sawah'?
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What is a 'paddy'?
What is a 'paddy'?
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Where is double-cropping possible?
Where is double-cropping possible?
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How are multiple harvests made possible in less mild regions?
How are multiple harvests made possible in less mild regions?
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Study Notes
Intensive Subsistence Agriculture
- Practiced in densely populated regions of East, South, and Southeast Asia.
- Characterized by high agricultural density, requiring families to produce enough food from limited land.
- Often involves multiple fragmented plots due to historical inheritance practices.
Intensive Subsistence: Wet Rice Dominant
- Found primarily in East Asia and South Asia, where environmental conditions favor rice cultivation.
- Rice is a staple crop that requires specific conditions to thrive.
Intensive Subsistence: Crops Other Than Rice Dominant
- Occurs in regions within East and South Asia where climatic or geographical conditions make rice cultivation difficult.
- Farmers in these areas focus on alternative crops for subsistence.
Concept of "Intensive"
- "Intensive" signifies the labor-intensive practices agriculture demands to maintain survival on small land parcels.
Agricultural Practices
- Most farming is done manually or with animal labor due to high local labor availability and limited financial resources for machinery.
- Utilization of traditional farming methods is prevalent across these regions.
Wet Rice Cultivation
- Involves planting rice in a nursery before transferring seedlings to a flooded field, enhancing growth conditions.
- Flooded fields are essential for the cultivation of wet rice.
Terminology: Sawah and Paddy
- "Sawah" refers to a specific flooded field designated for rice cultivation.
- "Paddy," derived from Malay, is often inaccurately used to describe a "sawah."
Double Cropping
- Common in warmer climates with mild winters, such as southern China and Taiwan.
- Not feasible in northern regions like India, which typically experience dry winters.
Harvesting Techniques
- Multiple harvests in less temperate regions are achieved through crop rotation.
- Crop rotation helps manage soil health by alternating different crops in fields to prevent nutrient depletion.
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Description
Test your knowledge on intensive subsistence agriculture, focusing on the regions in East Asia and South Asia. This quiz covers key terms and concepts related to rice and other crop dominances in these areas. Ideal for students studying human geography or agricultural practices.
