5 Questions
What is the primary purpose of subsistence farming?
To grow crops and raise livestock for personal consumption
What type of farming involves large areas of land and low inputs of labor and capital?
Extensive farming
Which type of farming involves raising both crops and livestock on the same farm?
Mixed farming
What is the primary characteristic of commercial farming?
Producing crops and livestock for sale in the market
Which type of farming involves raising livestock on large areas of rangeland?
Pastoralism
Study Notes
Types of Farming
- Farming can be classified into various types based on crop and livestock production, geographical conditions, and cultural practices.
Subsistence Farming
- Farmers grow crops and raise livestock primarily for their own consumption.
- Main goal is to provide food for the farmer's family and community.
Commercial Farming
- Farmers produce crops and livestock for sale in the market.
- Main goal is to generate profit through selling products.
Extensive and Intensive Farming
- Extensive farming: involves large areas of land and low inputs of labor and capital.
- Intensive farming: involves smaller areas of land and high inputs of labor and capital.
- Key difference is the amount of land and resources used.
Mixed Farming
- Farmers raise both crops and livestock on the same farm.
- Diversifies farm products and income streams.
Pastoralism
- Farmers raise livestock on large areas of rangeland.
- Focuses on grazing and breeding of livestock, often on open ranges.
Explore the different types of farming, including subsistence, commercial, extensive, and intensive farming, based on crop and livestock production, geographical conditions, and cultural practices.
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