Which of the following agricultural practices is not considered a method of sustainable agriculture?
Contour plowing – plowing along the natural contours of the land to reduce soil erosion
Monoculture farming – growing a single crop species over large areas for multiple seasons
Crop rotation – alternating different crops in the same field to maintain soil fertility
No-till agriculture – minimising soil disturbance to reduce erosion and retain soil moisture
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Why is limestone added to soil in sustainable agriculture?
To increase the soil’s acidity for better nutrient uptake
To improve soil structure by increasing its water-holding capacity
To neutralise soil acidity and enhance nutrient availability
To act as a pesticide and control harmful soil organisms
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Method | Soil Health Impact | Water Usage | Biodiversity Effect | Initial Cost | Long-Term Sustainability | Climate Adaptation Potential |
Crop Rotation | Improves | Moderate | Increases | Low | High | Moderate |
Agroforestry | Improves | Moderate | High | High | High | High |
Hydroponics | Neutral | Low | Low | Very High | Moderate | High |
No-Till Farming | High | Low | Moderate | Moderate | High | High |
Cover Cropping | High | Moderate | High | Low | High | Moderate |
A country facing both severe soil degradation and biodiversity loss is deciding on a sustainable agricultural method. Which method would be the most effective solution?
Hydroponics
No-Till Farming
Agroforestry
Crop Rotation
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Method | Soil Health Impact | Water Usage | Biodiversity Effect | Initial Cost | Long-Term Sustainability | Climate Adaptation Potential |
Crop Rotation | Improves | Moderate | Increases | Low | High | Moderate |
Agroforestry | Improves | Moderate | High | High | High | High |
Hydroponics | Neutral | Low | Low | Very High | Moderate | High |
No-Till Farming | High | Low | Moderate | Moderate | High | High |
Cover Cropping | High | Moderate | High | Low | High | Moderate |
A low-income farming community is searching for a method that requires minimal financial investment but ensures long-term sustainability. Which method is the best fit?
Hydroponics
Cover Cropping
No-Till Farming
Agroforestry
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Method | Soil Health Impact | Water Usage | Biodiversity Effect | Initial Cost | Long-Term Sustainability | Climate Adaptation Potential |
Crop Rotation | Improves | Moderate | Increases | Low | High | Moderate |
Agroforestry | Improves | Moderate | High | High | High | High |
Hydroponics | Neutral | Low | Low | Very High | Moderate | High |
No-Till Farming | High | Low | Moderate | Moderate | High | High |
Cover Cropping | High | Moderate | High | Low | High | Moderate |
A desert country with severe water shortages but a growing population needs to maximise food production. Which method is the most viable?
Crop Rotation
Hydroponics
Agroforestry
No-Till Farming
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Method | Soil Health Impact | Water Usage | Biodiversity Effect | Initial Cost | Long-Term Sustainability | Climate Adaptation Potential |
Crop Rotation | Improves | Moderate | Increases | Low | High | Moderate |
Agroforestry | Improves | Moderate | High | High | High | High |
Hydroponics | Neutral | Low | Low | Very High | Moderate | High |
No-Till Farming | High | Low | Moderate | Moderate | High | High |
Cover Cropping | High | Moderate | High | Low | High | Moderate |
Despite its sustainability, which method might unexpectedly reduce agricultural yields in the short term due to changes in farming techniques?
Cover Cropping
Hydroponics
Crop Rotation
No-Till Farming
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Method | Soil Health Impact | Water Usage | Biodiversity Effect | Initial Cost | Long-Term Sustainability | Climate Adaptation Potential |
Crop Rotation | Improves | Moderate | Increases | Low | High | Moderate |
Agroforestry | Improves | Moderate | High | High | High | High |
Hydroponics | Neutral | Low | Low | Very High | Moderate | High |
No-Till Farming | High | Low | Moderate | Moderate | High | High |
Cover Cropping | High | Moderate | High | Low | High | Moderate |
Which method is least likely to be widely adopted in developing countries due to its high technological and financial barriers?
Crop Rotation
Cover Cropping
No-Till Farming
Hydroponics
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Method | Soil Health Impact | Water Usage | Biodiversity Effect | Initial Cost | Long-Term Sustainability | Climate Adaptation Potential |
Crop Rotation | Improves | Moderate | Increases | Low | High | Moderate |
Agroforestry | Improves | Moderate | High | High | High | High |
Hydroponics | Neutral | Low | Low | Very High | Moderate | High |
No-Till Farming | High | Low | Moderate | Moderate | High | High |
Cover Cropping | High | Moderate | High | Low | High | Moderate |
Which method is the most sustainable in the long run while also maintaining soil fertility?
Cover Cropping
Hydroponics
Agroforestry
No-Till Farming
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