Vocabulary Building: Words associated with Agriculture - SS2 English Lesson Note

Agriculture is the science and practice of cultivating plants and livestock. It includes the production of food, fiber, and other agricultural products.

Some words associated with agriculture include:

Crop: A plant that is grown for food, fiber, or other products.
Soil: The top layer of the Earth's surface, which is composed of minerals, organic matter, and water.
Water: A liquid that is essential for plant growth.
Fertilizer: A substance that is added to soil to improve its fertility.
Pesticide: A substance that is used to kill pests.
Harvesting: The process of gathering crops from the field.
Farming: The practice of cultivating crops and raising livestock.

Horticulture is the science and practice of cultivating plants for ornamental or economic purposes. It includes the production of fruits, vegetables, flowers, and other horticultural products.

Some words associated with horticulture include:

Garden: A plot of land that is cultivated for the production of plants.
Nursery: A place where plants are propagated and grown to a desired size.
Floriculture: The cultivation of flowers.
Ornamental: Pleasing to the eye or mind.
Economic: Relating to the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services.
Propagation: The process of producing new plants from existing plants.
Cultivation: The process of caring for and growing plants.

some words associated with agriculture and horticulture:

Agriculture

Livestock: Animals raised for food, such as cattle, sheep, pigs, and chickens.
Domestic animals: Animals that are kept by humans for companionship or work, such as dogs, cats, horses, and cows.
Dairy products: Food products made from milk, such as cheese, butter, and yogurt.
Land: The ground that is used for farming.
Flowers: Plants that are grown for their beauty.
Plants: Organisms that produce their own food through photosynthesis.
Farming: The practice of raising crops and livestock.
Animal disease: A disease that affects animals.
Types of food produce: The different types of food that are produced through agriculture.
Veterinary medicine: The branch of medicine that deals with the treatment of animal diseases.
Farm manager: A person who is responsible for the day-to-day operations of a farm.

Horticulture

Floriculture: The cultivation of flowers.
Olericulture: The cultivation of vegetables.
Pomology: The cultivation of fruits.
Landscape horticulture: The design and maintenance of gardens and other outdoor spaces.
Soil science: The study of soil and its properties.
Water management: The management of water resources for agricultural purposes.
Pest control: The control of pests that damage crops and other plants.
Plant breeding: The process of improving plants through selective breeding.
Horticultural therapy: The use of plants to improve the physical, mental, and emotional health of people.

Examples of how to use these words in sentences:

The farmer raised livestock, including cattle, sheep, and pigs.
The dairy farmer produced milk, cheese, and butter.
The gardener planted flowers, vegetables, and fruits.
The landscaper designed and maintained a beautiful garden.
The soil scientist studied the properties of the soil to determine the best crops to grow.
The water manager ensured that the farm had enough water to irrigate the crops.
The pest control specialist used pesticides to control pests that were damaging the crops.
The plant breeder developed new varieties of crops that were resistant to pests and diseases.
The horticultural therapist used plants to help people with physical, mental, and emotional health problems.