Q1
What increases crop output in modern farming?
AHigh-yield seeds and irrigation
BOnly manual labour
CIgnoring technology
DNothing helps
ICSEClass 8 (ICSE)ScienceCh 26 · Topic 1
Food Production
Food production involves farming methods, technology, and practices used to grow crops and raise animals to meet the food needs of a growing
Core concept
Modern food production uses techniques like high-yield seed varieties, irrigation, fertilisers, and pesticides to increase crop output.
How it works
Animal husbandry involves raising livestock for food, like milk, meat, and eggs, requiring proper care, nutrition, and housing.
Why it matters
Sustainable food production practices, like organic farming and crop rotation, aim to balance productivity with environmental protection.
Key detail
Understanding food production helps us appreciate the effort behind our food supply and the importance of sustainable agricultural practices.
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• Modern food production uses high-yield seeds and irrigation.
• It also uses fertilisers and pesticides.
• These increase crop output.
• Animal husbandry raises livestock for food.
• This includes milk, meat and eggs.
• It requires proper care and nutrition.
• Sustainable practices include organic farming.
• Crop rotation is another sustainable practice.