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ORGANIC FARMING
comprehension
Instructions:
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What is organic farming?What is its purpose?
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Name and describe one feature of organic farming?
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what is mulching?
A. removing weeds by hand or with simple tools
B. covering the soil with a layer of material usually with organic matter
C. Mulch should always be piled high against tree trunks to protect them
D. Black plastic mulch adds nutrients directly to the soil
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What fruits and vegetables can be grown organically?
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Name TWO benefits of organic farming
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What are the dangers of organic farming?
A. Food safety as they are organically farmed, they could be risks of contamination and diseases
B. Organic farms use absolutely no pesticides or herbicides of any kind
C. Organic farming guarantees food is completely free of all chemicals.
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Name two insects used in organic farming?Describe what they do?
ORGANIC FARMING
(Answer Key)
comprehension
Instructions:
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What is organic farming?What is its purpose?
A method of farming that avoids synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, and GMOs To produce healthy food while preserving the environment.
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Name and describe one feature of organic farming?
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what is mulching?
A. removing weeds by hand or with simple tools
B. covering the soil with a layer of material usually with organic matter
C. Mulch should always be piled high against tree trunks to protect them
D. Black plastic mulch adds nutrients directly to the soil
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What fruits and vegetables can be grown organically?
blueberries strawberries bananas kale peaches
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Name TWO benefits of organic farming
Health Benefits: No pesticide residues More nutrients in some product Environmental Benefits: Improves soil structure and fertility Conserves water and reduces pollution Economic Benefits: Higher market price Creates more local jobs
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What are the dangers of organic farming?
A. Food safety as they are organically farmed, they could be risks of contamination and diseases
B. Organic farms use absolutely no pesticides or herbicides of any kind
C. Organic farming guarantees food is completely free of all chemicals.
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Name two insects used in organic farming?Describe what they do?
wings, or tiny parasitic wasps act like tiny bodyguards, protecting crops by eating or scaring off harmful pests such as aphids and caterpillars. It’s a clever and eco-friendly way