Ag Basics
What is the definition of Agriculture?
The science, art, or occupation concerned with cultivating land, raising crops, and feeding, breeding, and raising livestock.
What invention did Eli Whitney create in 1793 that changed the cotton industry?
The cotton gin
What era of Agriculture was characterized by hunting and gathering?
During which time period did 100% of the population farm?
What year was the U.S. Department of Agriculture established?
1862
What percentage of Americans are directly involved in production agriculture today?
2%
Who invented the Mechanical Reaper in 1831?
Cyrus McCormick
What significant transition occurred during the Neolithic Revolution?
The transition from hunting and gathering to larger agricultural settlements.
In the 1950s to 2000s, what was the average amount of people fed by one farmer?
11 people
What did the Morrill Land Grant College Act establish?
It established the first state agricultural colleges.
Name one reason why agriculture is important.
Food, water, protection, clothing, shelter
What was one major change in agriculture introduced in the 1900s?
Gasoline tractors were introduced.
What types of crops were first cultivated in the Fertile Crescent?
Wheat, rice and millet
What was a major agricultural issue during the Great Depression?
Decline in agriculture prices and the Dust Bowl
What major event happened in 1929 that affected agriculture?
The beginning of the Great Depression
Which group first started Agriculture?
Native Americans
What is Integrated Pest Management (IPM)?
A sustainable approach to managing pests that focuses on prevention and control methods.
What are some early domesticated animals?
What new farming method became common in 2020?
Hydroponics and rooftop gardening
What invention in 1959 helped with tomato harvesting?
The mechanical tomato harvester
What is the process of raising plants and animals for fiber, fuel, and food called?
Production Agriculture
What technology was utilized by farmers in 2020 to optimize farming practices?
GPS systems and drones
What did self-sufficient communities produce for their survival?
They produced and made what they needed, including food, clothing, and tools.
What was the population percentage engaged in farming in the 1800s to 1850s?
92%
What legislation provided federal aid for vocational education in agricultural and industrial trades in 1917?