Water Productivity in Agriculture Quiz
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What is the primary purpose of building stone bunds in the semi-arid Sahel area of North Africa?

  • To recharge groundwater evenly
  • To increase surface flow
  • To facilitate excess water percolation
  • To trap rainfall and slow surface flow (correct)
  • Why do farmers build terraces or cut into a slope on sloped land in Asia?

  • To flatten plot-size areas (correct)
  • To increase water runoff
  • To prevent soil erosion
  • To decrease infiltration of rainwater
  • How does organic matter in soil improve soil structure in clay soil?

  • By increasing soil compaction
  • By forming soil aggregates for root growth (correct)
  • By reducing drainage pathways
  • By decreasing water absorption
  • Which practice helps reduce water losses from runoff and soil surface evaporation?

    <p>Drip irrigation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In areas with extreme storms, what is essential for the effectiveness of contour barriers?

    <p>Building barriers close together</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does water productivity refer to?

    <p>The efficiency of water usage in agriculture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is increasing water productivity important in agriculture?

    <p>For sustainable agriculture and food security</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can farmers increase agricultural resilience to water shortages and surpluses?

    <p>By conserving water through healthy soils and efficient use by crops</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does capturing rainfall on plots play in agriculture?

    <p>Improves production and prevents issues like flooding and landslides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should farmers aim for 'more crop per drop' in their water management strategies?

    <p>To address the challenges posed by unpredictable rainfall and water scarcity</p> Signup and view all the answers

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