Soil Conservation Practices - JSS2 Agricultural science Past Questions and Answers - page 1
What is the primary focus of the week on soil conservation practices?
Animal husbandry techniques
Introduction to crop production
Understanding the importance of soil conservation, erosion control methods, conservation structures, and soil management practices
Ignoring the impact of sustainable practices in agriculture
Why is soil conservation important in agriculture?
To promote soil erosion
To neglect the impact of soil management
To preserve soil fertility, prevent erosion, and ensure sustainable farming
To discourage the use of conservation structures
Which of the following is an example of a soil erosion control method?
Maximising ploughing depth
Implementing cover cropping
Ignoring the importance of soil management
Disregarding conservation structures
How do conservation structures contribute to soil conservation?
By encouraging soil erosion
By preventing water runoff and promoting soil stability
Conservation structures have no impact on soil management
By discouraging sustainable farming practices
What is a key objective of soil management practices in agriculture?
To maximise soil erosion
To preserve soil fertility and structure
To neglect the importance of conservation structures
To discourage sustainable farming practices
Which of the following is a sustainable soil management practice?
Overgrazing pastures
Excessive use of synthetic fertilisers
Crop rotation and organic farming
Ignoring the importance of soil conservation
How does contour ploughing contribute to soil conservation?
By promoting soil erosion
By encouraging water runoff
By following the natural contours of the land, reducing erosion and preserving soil structure
Contour ploughing has no impact on soil management
What is the primary purpose of cover cropping in soil conservation?
To maximise soil erosion
To prevent the growth of beneficial microorganisms
To enhance soil fertility and prevent erosion during non-cropping seasons
Cover cropping has no impact on soil management
How does terracing contribute to soil conservation on hilly terrain?
By promoting soil erosion
By encouraging water runoff
By creating level surfaces to reduce water runoff and soil erosion
Terracing has no impact on soil management
What is one potential consequence of unchecked soil erosion in agriculture?
Enhanced soil fertility
Improved water retention
Reduced agricultural productivity and environmental degradation
Ignoring the impact of conservation structures