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What would happen if farmers stopped growing crops?
Stores will not have food to provide and we will not have food to eat
What is livestock?
Farm animals raised for food or products
What part of the plant grows underground?
Roots
What do farm animals need to live?
Food, water, and shelter
What do cows eat?
Grass, feed, hay
Why are farms important?
They provide food
Name three animals commonly raised on farms and what they provide.
Cow- milk
pig- meat
sheep- wool
chicken- eggs
What is a crop?
A plant grown for food
What is a farm?
A place where crops are grown and animals are raised.
Where do carrots grow?
Underground.
Water, sunlight, air, and soil.
What is the difference between dairy and beef cattle?
dairy provide milk
beef provides meat
Why do farmers need tractors or tools?
To make work faster and easier.
What do farmers grow?
Crops like corn, wheat, fruits, and vegetables.
What is drought?
A long period without enough rain.
Which farm animal produces wool?
Sheep.
What happens if soil loses nutrients?
Crops won’t grow well.
How does agriculture help people every day?
It provides food, clothing, and materials we use.
What is fertilizer?
nutrients added to soil to help plants grow.
What is a pasture?
Land where animals graze.
What is the difference between fruits and vegetables?
Fruits contain seeds; vegetables are other parts of the plant (roots, stems, leaves).
What would happen if farmers stopped farming?
There would be a shortage of food.
What is agriculture?
Growing plants and raising animals
What do plants make using sunlight?
Food (through photosynthesis).
Why is soil important for plants?
It provides nutrients and support for growth.