GAP Ecosystem Restoration 2

Question 1

Which practice best supports soil biological activity during ecosystem restoration on a farm?

Accepted Answer

Incorporating compost and organic matter

Answer

Adding compost and organic matter feeds soil microorganisms, which are essential drivers of healthy soil biology and long-term restoration success.

Question 2

What is the primary ecological function of riparian buffer strips in agricultural restoration?

Accepted Answer

Filter runoff and stabilize stream banks

Answer

Riparian buffers intercept nutrient-laden runoff and their root systems hold streambanks, protecting water quality and aquatic habitat.

Question 3

Under GAP guidelines, which action would MOST degrade a restored wetland on a farm?

Accepted Answer

Draining the wetland for additional crop acreage

Answer

Draining a restored wetland eliminates the hydrologic conditions necessary for wetland ecosystem function, directly reversing restoration efforts.

Question 4

Which cover crop mixture best supports pollinator habitat restoration alongside GAP farming?

Accepted Answer

Diverse blend of buckwheat, clover, and phacelia

Answer

A diverse flowering cover crop blend provides continuous bloom periods, pollen variety, and nesting resources that support pollinator populations.

Question 5

How does reducing farm chemical inputs contribute to ecosystem restoration?

Accepted Answer

It reduces toxin accumulation in food webs

Answer

Lowering pesticide and synthetic fertilizer use reduces bioaccumulation of harmful substances through the food chain, benefiting wildlife and soil communities.

(GAP) Good Agricultural Practices Certified Practice Test

(GAP) Good Agricultural Practices Certified Practice Test

GAP Ecosystem Restoration 2