Primary Economic Activities (Leaving Cert Geography): Flashcards
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What is the main primary activity in the Paris Basin?
What is the main primary activity in the Paris Basin?
Agriculture is the main activity in the Paris Basin.
What region is known as the 'Granary of France'?
What region is known as the 'Granary of France'?
The Beauce region is known as the 'Granary of France.'
What crops are primarily grown in the Beauce region?
What crops are primarily grown in the Beauce region?
Wheat, barley, and sugar beet are primarily grown there.
How does crop rotation benefit the Paris Basin agriculture?
How does crop rotation benefit the Paris Basin agriculture?
It prevents nutrient depletion and maintains soil fertility.
What climate benefits the Brie region's dairy farming?
What climate benefits the Brie region's dairy farming?
A damper climate and clay soils promote pasture growth.
Which company uses milk from Normandy farmers?
Which company uses milk from Normandy farmers?
Danone uses milk from Normandy farmers for its products.
What is Normandy famous for in agriculture?
What is Normandy famous for in agriculture?
Normandy is famous for its production of dairy products.
What is the average farm size in the Paris Basin?
What is the average farm size in the Paris Basin?
The average farm size is about 400 hectares.
What wine is exclusively produced in the Paris Basin?
What wine is exclusively produced in the Paris Basin?
Champagne is exclusively produced in the Paris Basin.
Why is Champagne's production area strictly defined?
Why is Champagne's production area strictly defined?
To ensure quality and authenticity of the wine produced.