introduction to agri Flashcards
(12 cards)
what is agriculture
the business of growing crops and rearing animals
what is mulching
placing debris over the surface of soil
what are the benifits of mulching
conserves soil moisture
organic mulch provides nutrients for plants
what is another method like mulching
use of fertilizer
name 3 branches of agriculture
horticulture
agricultral engineering
animal science
what is horticulture
the cultivation of vegetables fruits and ornamental plants
what are some types of ornamental plants
hibiscus
roses
orchids
what is agricultral engineering
the management of farm tools, equipments, farm structures, tractor attatchments
what are some farm structures
barns
poultry house
piggery unit
what are some tractor attachments
plough
harvester
what is agronomy
the management of soil and the growing of crops
what is animal science
the breeding and care of farm animals
