Farming Flashcards
1
Q
Name an advantage of non farming activities
A
Farmer makes an income from non farming activities such as accommodation or farm shops which helps to boost their income
More independent and less reliant on subsidies
2
Q
Name a disadvantage of non farming activities
A
Rising tourists in rural areas causes traffic congestion and increased air pollution
3
Q
Advantages of gm crops
A
GM (HYV) seeds can increase crop yields meaning bigger profit for the farmer
Crops can look better and stay fresher for longer fetching a higher price
4
Q
Disadvantage of GM crops
A
Seeds are expensive to buy putting pressure on poorer farmers
