Question

Differentiate between traditional faing and modern farming

Answer 1

Traditional farming :The original farming method handed down from generation to generation. It involves the intensive use of indigenous knowledge, natural resources and cultural beliefs of the farmers.



Modern Farming : Modern agriculture is an evolving approach to agricultural innovations and farming practices that helps farmers increase efficiency and reduce the amount of natural resources—water, land, and energy—necessary to meet the world’s food, fuel, and fiber needs.

Answer 2

MODERN FARMING:

1) Electric run tubewells and pumps are used for irrigation.

2) Machinery is used to do the work.

3) Tractors and trucks are used for transportation.

4) HYV seeds are used.

5) Huge amount of capital is required.

TRADITIONAL FARMING:

1) Persian wheels are used for irrigation.

2) Human labourers used to do the work.

3) Bullock carts are used for transportation.

4) Normal seeds are used.

5) Less amount of capital is required.