CAC Sustainability & Conservation

Question 1

What is the primary goal of sustainable agriculture?

Accepted Answer

Balancing environmental health, profitability, and social equity

Answer

Sustainable agriculture aims to maintain environmental health, economic profitability, and social equity for future generations.

Question 2

Which farming practice helps reduce soil erosion and maintain soil fertility?

Accepted Answer

Cover cropping

Answer

Cover cropping prevents soil erosion, enhances soil fertility, and improves water retention.

Question 3

What is the primary benefit of crop diversification?

Accepted Answer

To improve soil health and reduce pests

Answer

Crop diversification reduces the risk of pest outbreaks, improves soil health, and increases resilience to climate change.

Question 4

Which conservation method involves planting trees to protect soil from wind erosion?

Accepted Answer

Windbreaks

Answer

Windbreaks consist of trees or shrubs planted along farmland to reduce wind erosion and protect soil.

Question 5

Which water conservation technique reduces evaporation and improves moisture retention in soil?

Accepted Answer

Mulching

Answer

Mulching helps conserve soil moisture by reducing evaporation and preventing weed growth.

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