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Agricultural Production

Definition

Agricultural production refers to the process of growing crops and raising livestock for food and other agricultural products. It involves activities such as planting, harvesting, breeding, and managing farm animals.

Analogy

Think of agricultural production like running a restaurant. Just as a chef grows ingredients and prepares dishes to serve customers, farmers grow crops and raise animals to provide food for people.

Related terms

Mechanized Farming: Mechanized farming involves the use of machines and technology in agricultural practices. It includes using tractors for plowing fields, combines for harvesting crops, and irrigation systems for water management.

Crop Rotation: Crop rotation is the practice of growing different crops in a sequence on the same piece of land over time. This helps improve soil fertility, control pests and diseases, and reduce reliance on chemical fertilizers.

Green Revolution: The Green Revolution was a period of significant technological advancements in agriculture during the mid-20th century. It involved the development of high-yielding crop varieties, improved irrigation methods, and increased use of fertilizers to boost agricultural productivity.

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