Chapter 13 Flashcards
When biodiversity is considered that concept of richness refers to the distribution or relative abundance of the individuals of a species
False
Increased biodiversity is generally desirable in an agroecosystem
True
Continuous cropping is the planned sequence of different crops grown over years on the same land
False
A 2 year rotation is generally adequate to control pests
False
By cropping corn continuously, produces can expect 10 percent yield gains over corn in rotation
False
The nitrogen from legumes can provide enough nutrition for a subsequent corn crop
True
Corn and Soybean are crops that tend to be grown in monocultures
True
Polyculture system are easier to manage than monoculture systems
False
Hay mixtures using species such as alfalfa and grasses are an example of missed intercropping
True
Living mulches have only been used to a limited extent due to a management challenges
True
Multiple cropping is often practiced in areas with short growing seasons
False
Green manures can be used as a substitute for synthetic fertilizers
True
One way to diversify the landscape is through conservation planting
True
Farmers who have CRP planting receive one-time payment for enrollment
False
Studies have not shown a positive environmental impact as a result of the CRP Program
False
A common example fro a 2-year rotation in the Midwest is A. Alfalfa-Soybean B. Corn-Soybean C. Corn-Corn D. Alfalfa-Red Clover
B. Corn-Soybean