Question

Using examples, differentiate between arable and pastoral farming

Answer 1

Answer:Pastoral farming (also known in some regions as ranching, livestock farming or grazing) is aimed at producing livestock, rather than growing crops. Examples include dairy farming, raising beef cattle, and raising sheep for wool. In contrast, arable farming concentrates on crops rather than livestock.

Explanation:

Answer 2

Pastoral farming

Pastoral farming (also known in some regions as ranching, livestock farming or grazing) is aimed at producing livestock, rather than growing crops. Examples include dairy farming, raising beef cattle, and raising sheep for wool. In contrast, arable farming concentrates on crops rather than livestock.

Arable crops

Arable farming is growing crops in fields, which have usually been ploughed before planting.

Some of the main crops grown in New Zealand are:

• wheat
• maize (corn)
• barley
• oats
• peas.

The grains of all of these are made into food for people and animals.

Other crops grown are vegetables such as potatoes and carrots, and plants that can be pressed into oil.

Certain crops grow better in different regions, depending on the temperature and rainfall.