Farming in South Africa (Grade 12 NSC Matric Geography): Quizzes
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What do primary economic activities involve?
What do primary economic activities involve?
Extracting raw materials from the earth
Which type of farming combines both crops and livestock?
Which type of farming combines both crops and livestock?
Mixed farming
How do small scale farmers typically sell their products?
How do small scale farmers typically sell their products?
Directly to consumers at farmers' markets
What is the main focus of large scale farming operations?
What is the main focus of large scale farming operations?
Maximising business efficiency
What annual rainfall do eastern regions receive that favours farming?
What annual rainfall do eastern regions receive that favours farming?
More than 500mm
Which factor causes long-term threats to agricultural sustainability?
Which factor causes long-term threats to agricultural sustainability?
Soil erosion from incorrect methods
How does farming contribute to infrastructure development?
How does farming contribute to infrastructure development?
Crops need transport, improving roads/rail
What enhances food security by resisting diseases more effectively?
What enhances food security by resisting diseases more effectively?
Genetically modified crops
What is a key cause of food insecurity in South Africa?
What is a key cause of food insecurity in South Africa?
Limited availability of fertile, arable land
Which practice helps prevent soil degradation from overgrazing?
Which practice helps prevent soil degradation from overgrazing?
Rotational grazing between different fields