Reasons, rice farming is important to people living in southeast asia
: rice main food supply for the people, stapled diet for southeast asia. It is a source of carbohydrates, protein and vitamin B. Also provides job, employment or income.
With reference to one farming area in southeast asia describe how rice production methods have changed overtime. How effective are the management strategies used to increase rice production.
: From study case Kedah, they use more machinery and use fertilisers. It is effective because it reduces labour cost and the cost of rice production.
With examples, list the management strategies used to reduce the impact of typhoons.
: Typhoon Marakot in Taiwan, monitoring and early warning. Rapid evacuation and quick response by the government.
