Farming and Agriculture
⭐ MasteredFarmers grow crops and raise animals for food. Different climates grow different crops: rice in warm wet places, wheat in cooler ones.
Rice feeds more than half of the world's people.
All about Farming and Agriculture
Agriculture is the science and practice of growing crops and raising animals for food, clothing and other products. Farmers choose crops and animals to suit the soil, weather and water available in their area.
Different climates grow different crops. Rice grows well in warm, wet places, while wheat prefers cooler regions. Modern farms use machines, irrigation and careful planning to produce enough food for growing populations.
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Real-life uses of Farming and Agriculture
- Producing the food we eat every day
- Supplying cotton and wool for clothes
- Creating biofuels and other products from crops
Frequently asked questions about Farming and Agriculture
What is the difference between crop farming and livestock farming?
Crop farming grows plants such as wheat and vegetables. Livestock farming raises animals such as cattle, sheep and chickens.
Why do farmers rotate crops?
Rotating crops keeps the soil healthy and reduces pests and diseases that build up when the same crop grows year after year.
What is irrigation?
Supplying water to crops with channels, pipes or sprinklers when rain is not enough.