Ecol Group 6

Question 1

the process of capturing and storing carbon dioxide to reduce atmospheric levels and mitigate climate change, using natural or engineered methods for long-term storage.

Answer 1

Carbon Sequestration

Question 2

practices that protect soil from erosion and nutrient loss, supporting its health and long-term productivity

Answer 2

Soil Conservation

Question 3

specialized seed drills or planters designed to insert seeds directly into the soil with minimal disturbance

Answer 3

No-till drill/planter

Question 4

hand tool used to loosen and aerate soil deeply without disturbing its layers, helping to prevent compaction and improve root penetration in no-till farming

Answer 4

Broadfork

Question 5

clears crop residues and plant debris from seed row, ensuring proper seed-to-soil contact.

Answer 5

Row Cleaner

Question 6

What are the benefits of No-Till Farming?

Answer 6

1. Prevents soil erosion
2. Enhances water retention
3. Preserves soil structure
4. Increased organic matter
5. Carbon Sequestration
6. Protection of soil microbial life

Question 7

involves switching the type of crops grown in a specific area over successive seasons

Answer 7

Crop Rotation

Question 7

The practice of growing multiple crops or raising different livestock on the same land

Answer 7

Polyculture

Question 8

What are the benefits of Crop Rotation?

Answer 8

Disrupts pest life cycle
Minimize pesticide use
Prevents nutrient depletion
Improves soil structure

Question 9

an agricultural technique that minimizes soil disturbance to grow crops

Answer 9

No-Till Farming

Question 10

used to flatten cover crops without tilling the soil , creating mulch layer over the field

Answer 10

Roller or Crimper

Question 10

What are the disadvantages of No-Till Farming

Answer 10

Weed pressure
Risk of Diseases
Requires specific equipment

Question 10

True or False.
No-till farming eliminates the use of plowing or tilling the soil.

Answer 10

True

Question 10

True or False.
In no-till farming, crop residues are left on the soil surface after harvest.

Answer 10

True. Korek na sad ka dai

Question 11

True or False.
No-till farming can enhance soil fertility and structure over time.

Answer 11

True na sad ang answer

Question 12

True or False.
No-till farming is suitable for all crops and soil types.

Answer 12

False. It may not be ideal for certain crops or soil conditions.

Question 13

Challenges of crop rotation

Answer 13

1. Market fluctuation
2. land limitations
3. yield variability

Question 14

Challenges of polyculture

Answer 14

1. complex management
2. lower overall yields

Question 15

• Churns the soil’s top layer to prepare for planting.
• Aerates soil and control needs
• Causes soil, erosion, nutrient , runoff and greenhouse gas emissions

Answer 15

Tilling

Question 16

• Seeds are planted directly into undisturbed soil.
• Presences soil, structure, preventing erosion and nutrient loss.
• Provides environmental and climate benefits, especially when combined with practices.

Answer 16

No-till farming