Agriculture Vocab Flashcards
Crop
A plant that is grown and harvested for profit or subsistence.
Harvest
The process of gathering ripe crops from the fields.
Fertilizer
Substances added to soil or plants to increase its fertility and promote plant growth.
Plow
A tool or machine used in farming for cutting, lifting, and turning over soil.
Seed
The reproductive unit of a flowering plant, capable of developing into a new plant.
Livestock
Domesticated animals raised in an agricultural setting for products such as meat, milk, and wool.
Irrigation
The artificial application of water to land or soil to assist in the production of crops.
Crop Rotation
The practice of growing different types of crops in the same area in sequential seasons.
Pesticide
Chemical substances used to control, repel, or kill pests that may damage crops.
Grazing
Allowing livestock to feed on growing grass or other plants in a pasture or range area.
Harvester
A machine used for harvesting crops.
Greenhouse
A building with glass walls and a glass roof, typically used for growing plants.
Agribusiness
The business of agricultural production, including farming, seed supply, machinery, processing, and distribution.
Organic Farm
A method of agriculture that relies on natural inputs and techniques, avoiding synthetic fertilizers and pesticides.
Biotechnology
The use of biological processes, organisms, or systems to manufacture products intended to improve the quality of human life, including in agriculture.
