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True or false: The literal meaning of agronomy is the art of managing fields?
True
True or false: Agronomy only focuses on the use of soil fertility in crop production and ignores other factors?
False
True or false: Agronomy is solely concerned with the science of crop production and does not involve economics?
False
True or false: Agronomy is primarily concerned with the management of farm land through efficient use of soil fertility, water, labour, and other factors related to crop production?
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True or false: The basic concept of agronomy involves the science and economics of crop production by managing farm land?
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True or false: Agronomy is not considered a branch of agricultural science?
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Study Notes
Agronomy Fundamentals
- Agronomy literally means "the art of managing fields."
- It encompasses soil management as well as other factors influencing crop production, rather than focusing solely on soil fertility.
- Agronomy integrates various domains including the science of crop production and agricultural economics.
- Efficient management of farmland involves careful consideration of soil fertility, water resources, labor, and other critical elements affecting crop yield.
- The fundamental principles of agronomy combine both science and economics to optimize crop production through effective land management.
- Agronomy is a recognized branch of agricultural science, bridging practical farming techniques with scientific research.
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Learn the basic concept of agronomy, including the origin of the word and its significance in the science and economics of crop production. Explore the principles and practices of field management for efficient agricultural production.
