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Raising aquatic species for food and other purposes is called what?

Aquaculture

100

the science and management of the natural organisms that produce food, fiber, and other resources for human use.

Agriculture

100

What are the 3 basic human needs?

Food, Clothing & Shelter

100

the science and technology of producing and using plants for food, fuel, fiber, and land reclamation

Agronomy

100

the art and science of plant cultivation and management

Horticulture

200

the study of the biology and management of domesticated animals for human use

Animal Production

200

the cultivation and conservation of forests, wildlife, and other natural resources

Forestry & Natural Resources

200

the study of soil and land management as it relates to use by humans

Soil Science

200

research and innovation in methods to improve the efficiency, quality, and usefulness of agricultural products

Agriscience & Biotechnology

200

a raw material or primary agricultural product that can be bought and sold

Commodity

300

the development and maintenance of equipment and machinery for agricultural use

Agriculture Mechanics

300

What is Tennessee's top agricultural commodity?

Soybeans

300

a commodity that is purchased from another country and shipped to the U.S

Import

300

something that is produced as the primary substance that will be sold or processed and then sold

Product

300

a commodity that is grown in the U.S. but shipped to another country

Export

400

something that is made during the production or manufacture of something else and therefore is the secondary product

Byproduct

400

Early humans transitioned from....

Hunter-gatherers to farmers

400

Domestication is the process of...

Adapting plants and animals for human use

400

Understanding agriculture's history helps us appreciate its role in

Shaping our world

400

How does agricultural biotechnology contribute to meeting future human needs?

By researching and developing methods to improve efficiency, quality, and sustainability

500

How does the agricultural trade surplus since 1960 impact the U.S. economy?

It strengthens the U.S. position in global markets

500

The invention of the ________ revolutionized agriculture.

the plow

500

Early irrigation techniques include...

Canals, ditches & reservoirs

500

Agricultures impact on society led to...

Urbanization

500

 Why would an agricultural commodity be classified as a "high-value product" (HVP)?

Because it has undergone processing or value-adding steps