GENERAL GEOLOGY

GEOLOGY

ENVIRONMENTAL GEOLOGY

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What change would best aid a farmer in making the transition from traditional farmer to sustainable farming?
A
reduce the ration of essential elements in the fertilizer
B
irrigate the crops using well water
C
rotate the types of crops grown
D
plant only genetically modified crops
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Crop waste is used as fertilisers to enrich the soil for agriculture. So methods like biogas production and recycling of crop waste are methods used in sustainable agriculture.

Detailed explanation-2: -Hydroponics is already frequently used in large-scale commercial farms, especially for growing lettuce and tomatoes. It’s thought to be one of the most sustainable farming systems due to its emphasis on water conservation, lack of harmful chemicals and lack of soil damage.

Detailed explanation-3: -Rotating crops and embracing diversity. Planting cover crops and perennials. Reducing or eliminating tillage. Applying integrated pest management (IPM). Integrating livestock and crops. Adopting agroforestry practices. Managing whole systems and landscapes. 10-Apr-2017

Detailed explanation-4: -Organic Farming. Agroforestry. Natural Farming. System of Rice Intensification. Precision Farming. Conservation Agriculture. Crop Rotation and Intercropping. Cover Crops and Mulching. More items

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