Organic farming
Using natural processes, no chemicals, and healthier food
What is organic farming?
What is Aquaculture?
Growing multiple crops together to benefit the soil and increase biodiversity
What is poly culture farming?
Growing plants in air or a mist environment instead of soil
What is aeroponics?
Growing food in cities, often in community gardens or rooftops
What is urban farming
High cost to produce, less money earned, shorter shelf life
What is one major downside of organic farming?
Improves food security, provides cheaper seafood, and increases nutrition.
Name one benefit of Aquaculture.
Planting two or more crops next to each other to help each other grow
What is intercropping
Hydroponics grows plants in water, while aeroponics uses mist
How do you different between hydroponics and aeroponics?
It stacks plants in layers to maximize space efficiency indoors
How does vertical farming work?
They act as natural repellents for pests
How do animals help in organic farming
A system that mixes water-based farming with land farming, using fish waste to fertilize plants.
What is Aquaponics?
It is self sustainable and reduces the need for pesticides
What is one advantage of permaculture?
Uses 98% less water and allows for year-round farming
Major advantage of aeroponics
It reduces transportation costs and keeps food fresher
Why is urban farming beneficial for local markets?
It relies on natural methods instead of synthetic inputs, making it adaptable
Why is organic farming better for different climates?
If one part fails, the entire system can collapse
Major risks of Aquaponics
It requires more labor and careful planning for crop pairing
Major challenges in polyculture farming
High cost and need for technical knowledge
What is a major disadvantage of hydroponics?
It may require extra structural support and covering to protect crops
What is one challenge of rooftop farming?
To create a self-sustaining ecosystem that reduces waste and increases biodiversity
What is the main goal of permaculture?
around 59%
What percentage of fish sold globally comes from aquaculture
Different plants replenish nutrients in soil, preventing depletion
How does polyculture improve soil health?
They require highly controlled environments for plant growth
WHy do aeroponic farms usually operate indoors?
It uses total environmental control to optimize plant growth while reducing space needs
WHy is vertical farming considered highly efficient?