Which describes a step people can take to help minimize the effects of using land for agriculture?
Multiple choice question.
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A)
use more land for farms
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B)
increase the number of different pesticides used
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C)
remove crops quickly to increase erosion of soil
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D)
plant crops that attract many different kinds of insects
Answers
Answer:A
Explanation:
Answer:
The correct options for this question are options A and B.
Explanation:
- Use more land for farms:
Modern inputs, like fertilisers and seeds, can significantly enhance how the land is used since they raise yields, which enable farmers to apply more effective agricultural methods that improve soil health and give the land new life. Rates of land degradation can decline. Traditionally, agricultural land has been seen as largely a production component. For this reason, agricultural cultivation for financial gain was deemed to be the highest and best use (HBU) of such land.
- Increase the number of different pesticides used:
When used correctly, pesticides reduce the presence of weeds, insects, nematodes, and plant pathogens while also improving crop yields and product quality. Herbicides also decrease the need for manpower, equipment, and fuel in mechanical weed control. Fertilizers provide the nutrients necessary for plant growth, and pesticides kill the insects and other pests that destroy crops and lower yields.
Thus, the majority of ruminant farmers must switch from low-management practices that make use of inexpensive land to cautious and intensive grazing.