In Pennsylvania there are 2,536 farms. Some farms practice sustainable agriculture.

Sustainable agriculture makes efficient use of renewable resources and is based on the principle of not harming the environment or local ecology.

Choosing crops to suit the climate, thus reducing the need for irrigation, is one example.

Which of the following is NOT a goal of sustainable agriculture?
make the most efficient use of renewable resources
sustain the economic viability of farm operations
to not use Integrated Pest Management
enhance environmental quality and natural resources
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Pennsylvania Association for Sustainable Agriculture The Robert A. Macoskey Center Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture PA IPM

 

PA Environment and Ecology Standard

4.4 Agriculture and Society

 

 

 

Activities:

Starting a School Garden

Problem Solving for a Sustainable Future

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