10 Questions
What is the primary reason for the limitation of land as a factor of production in the Caribbean?
The inability to create new land
What is the main benefit of adopting suitable soil management techniques in agriculture?
Maintaining soil fertility
What is the primary source of labour for farmers with smallholdings in the Caribbean?
Self-labour and family labour
What is the historical reason for the negative attitude towards agricultural labour in the Caribbean?
The legacy of slavery from the former plantocracy
What is the main challenge of using labour in commercial farming in the Caribbean?
The negative attitude towards agricultural labour
What is the primary objective of a farm, as an economic unit?
To maximize profit
What is the key function of marketing in the economy?
To drive the production process
What is the term used to describe each section of a farm that focuses on producing a specific type of crop or livestock?
Agricultural enterprise
What is the primary factor that determines the success of agricultural production?
The effective use of essential resources
What is the characteristic of the terrain in many smallholdings in the Caribbean region?
Hilly terrain
Learn about the basics of farming as a business, including the different types of farms, agricultural enterprises, and the roles of a farmer. Discover how farms operate and the key decisions farmers make to maximize profit.
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