5.15 Sustainable Agriculture

• What does sustainable agriculture prioritize?

  Environmental stewardship, social responsibility, economic viability
• Sustainable agriculture prioritizes farming practices that enhance environmental stewardship.
• Conservation of natural resources is a key aspect of sustainable agriculture.
• What is one social aspect of sustainable agriculture?

  Promoting social equity
• Environmental aspects of sustainable agriculture include conservation of natural resources.
• Fair labor practices are a social goal of sustainable agriculture.
• What is one economic goal of sustainable agriculture?

  Viable farming operations
• Crop rotation and organic farming contribute to sustainable agriculture by reducing chemical use.
• Protecting soil health is a key aspect of conserving natural resources in sustainable agriculture.
• What are the three primary goals of sustainable agriculture?

  Environmental stewardship, social responsibility, economic viability
• Match the goal of sustainable agriculture with its description and example:

  Environmental Stewardship ↔️ Conserves resources, minimizes pollution ||| Using crop rotation to reduce pesticide use

  Social Responsibility ↔️ Promotes fair labor practices ||| Offering living wages to farmworkers

  Economic Viability ↔️ Ensures profitability for farmers ||| Implementing efficient irrigation systems
• Order the following sustainable agricultural practices based on their primary focus:

  1️⃣ Crop Rotation

  2️⃣ Cover Cropping

  3️⃣ Organic Farming

  4️⃣ Integrated Pest Management (IPM)

  5️⃣ Conservation Tillage
• Integrated Pest Management (IPM) combines biological, cultural, and chemical controls.
• What is one challenge in adopting sustainable agriculture?

  High upfront costs
• Consumer demand for sustainably produced goods may be limited or inconsistent.
• What are the challenges in adopting sustainable agriculture?

  High costs, knowledge, demand
• Transitioning to organic farming requires significant initial expenses for soil amendments and certifications
• What specific training is needed to implement integrated pest management (IPM)?

  Understanding new management strategies
• Consumer demand for sustainably produced goods is always consistent.

  False
• Insufficient cold storage facilities can lead to post-harvest losses
• Why might government policies hinder sustainable agricultural practices?

  Lack of subsidies or unfavorable zoning
• Complexity of transitioning to sustainable farming

  1️⃣ High upfront costs

  2️⃣ Specialized knowledge required

  3️⃣ Limited market demand

  4️⃣ Infrastructure limitations

  5️⃣ Policy and regulatory barriers
• Sustainable agriculture prioritizes environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and economic viability.
• Match the aspects of sustainable agriculture with their descriptions:

  Environmental Stewardship ↔️ Conservation of natural resources

  Social Responsibility ↔️ Fair labor practices

  Economic Viability ↔️ Profitability and stability
• What are examples of practices contributing to sustainable agriculture?

  Crop rotation and organic farming
• Three primary goals of sustainable agriculture

  1️⃣ Environmental Stewardship

  2️⃣ Social Responsibility

  3️⃣ Economic Viability
• Environmental stewardship minimizes pollution by using crop rotation
• What are key sustainable agricultural practices?

  Crop rotation, cover cropping, organic farming
• Match the sustainable agricultural practices with their benefits:

  Crop Rotation ↔️ Improved soil health and pest control

  Cover Cropping ↔️ Prevents erosion and enhances fertility

  Organic Farming ↔️ Healthier crops and higher biodiversity

  Integrated Pest Management ↔️ Minimizes pesticide use
• How does crop rotation contribute to environmental sustainability?

  Maintains soil fertility
• Farmers' markets provide direct access to locally grown produce
• Efficient irrigation systems reduce water waste and lower expenses for farmers.
• Match the types of challenges in adopting sustainable agriculture with their descriptions:

  Economic Challenges ↔️ High initial costs for infrastructure

  Informational Challenges ↔️ Lack of knowledge and training

  Technical Challenges ↔️ Difficulties applying sustainable practices

  Policy Challenges ↔️ Regulatory obstacles hindering adoption
• What are the benefits of organic farming in the case study of a small-scale farm in California?

  Reduced pesticide use, healthier crops