Agroforestry - JSS2 Agricultural science Past Questions and Answers - page 1
What is agroforestry?
A land-use system that only focuses on forestry
A sustainable approach integrating trees with crops
A method of intensive monoculture farming
A term referring to urban gardening practices
Which term describes the intentional management of trees alongside crops and animals in agroforestry?
Monoculture
Diversification
Integration
Urbanisation
What is a key benefit of agroforestry related to soil conservation?
Increased erosion due to tree planting
Improved soil fertility
Decreased soil stability
Higher risk of nutrient depletion
How does agroforestry contribute to biodiversity enhancement?
By eliminating all other plant species except for trees
By providing habitat for a limited number of animal species
By creating diverse habitats for various plants and animals
By restricting the growth of native vegetation
What economic benefit does agroforestry offer to farmers?
Decreased income due to reduced crop yields
Increased vulnerability to market fluctuations
Economic diversification
Higher production costs without any financial return
Which agroforestry system involves growing crops between rows of trees or shrubs?
Silvopasture
Windbreaks
Alley cropping
Forest farming
What is the primary purpose of windbreaks in agroforestry?
To reduce wind damage to farms
To increase erosion in agricultural fields
To limit the growth of trees
To enhance rainfall in the region
How does agroforestry promote climate resilience?
By clearing forests for agricultural expansion
By depleting soil nutrients
By mitigating climate change impacts
By increasing greenhouse gas emissions
Which term describes the diverse array of plant species introduced in agroforestry to enhance resilience?
Monoculture
Diversification
Specialisation
Exclusion
What role do trees play in agroforestry concerning biodiversity?
Trees have no impact on biodiversity
Trees decrease biodiversity by dominating the landscape
Trees provide habitat and food sources
Trees compete with other plant species, reducing biodiversity