water issues
What is an issue with water usage for agriculture?
using too much water, using treated water, using sprinklers which waste water.
What do cars/trucks produce
carbon dioxide
What is global warming?
The increase in our earths average temperature
what amount of summerland is covered in farmland?
one third!
What is the problem with sprinklers?
they can clog easily and break which wastes water.
What percent of fruits that we eat in Canada brought in from other countries
80%
Why is our earth heating up?
Due to carbon dioxide
What is the process plants go through to grow called?
photosynthesis.
What percentage of crops in the Okanagan are watered with sprinklers?
60%
What can you do to help with all the carbon dioxide production caused by transporting food?
BUY LOCAL
What kind of gas is carbon dioxide?
greenhouse gas
How cold was it two years ago during this time?
-34*C
How can we solve issues with water waste and usage?
switch to drip lines or create a new non treated water supply to water plants.
How many billion tonnes of fruits and vegetables are grown each year?
2.1 billion tonnes
What effects are caused by global warming/climate change?
judges decide
How much water is used to water one apple tree every week during spring and summer seasons?
5-10 gallons
how much water do drip lines save compared to sprinklers?
50-80% less water
What are 3 different types of transporting methods that produce carbon dioxide, and how do they produce it?
boats, planes and cars. they produce carbon dioxide by burning their fuels.
How did the last industrial revolution cause an increase in CO2 in our atmosphere
factories burning fuels for energy
what fruits seeds do you not want to eat a lot of
Apple seeds