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Which of the following countries reported the highest volumes of pesticide sales in the EU?
Which of the following countries reported the highest volumes of pesticide sales in the EU?
- The Nordic countries
- Only Germany and France
- Germany, Spain, France and Italy (correct)
- The UK, Poland, and the Netherlands
What is the primary reason for the use of energy in agriculture?
What is the primary reason for the use of energy in agriculture?
- Directly for the cultivation of fields with tractors (correct)
- For the production of agrochemicals and fertilizers
- For the production of farm machinery and buildings
- For the heating of livestock stables and greenhouses
What percentage of the total EU utilised agricultural area (UAA) is collectively held by Germany, Spain, France and Italy?
What percentage of the total EU utilised agricultural area (UAA) is collectively held by Germany, Spain, France and Italy?
- 60%
- 40%
- 52%
- 57% (correct)
What is the primary characteristic of extensive farming?
What is the primary characteristic of extensive farming?
What is the primary factor affecting the productivity of the land in extensive farming?
What is the primary factor affecting the productivity of the land in extensive farming?
What is the primary use of natural gas in agriculture?
What is the primary use of natural gas in agriculture?
What is a characteristic of extensive farming practices?
What is a characteristic of extensive farming practices?
What is the main reason extensive farmers have to charge a higher premium per crop?
What is the main reason extensive farmers have to charge a higher premium per crop?
What is the primary focus of organic farming?
What is the primary focus of organic farming?
What is avoided in organic production?
What is avoided in organic production?
What do organic producers use to fix nitrogen from the atmosphere?
What do organic producers use to fix nitrogen from the atmosphere?
What is typically incorporated in extensive farming practices?
What is typically incorporated in extensive farming practices?
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