38.9. Modern Trends in Cropping Patterns

Try these first

1. 1.

   What defines a cash crop?

   Hint

   Think about whether it's for personal consumption or not.

2. 2.

   Name one benefit of high-yielding varieties.

   Hint

   Consider why these varieties were developed.

3. 3.

   Which of the following is an example of a cash crop?

   • Rice
   • Corn
   • Cotton

   Hint

   Consider which crop is usually for sale rather than eating.

4. 4.

   True or False: Drip irrigation can help conserve water resources.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about how water is delivered to plants.

5. 5.

   Analyze the long-term socio-economic effects on a community with a shift from subsistence farming to cash crop cultivation.

   Hint

   Imagine the community's food needs vs. income generation.

6. 6.

   Propose solutions for farmers facing challenges from climate change while growing traditional food crops.

   Hint

   Consider diversifying crops to combat climate risks.