Environmental Issues in Forage Production - Pretest
- List and describe 3 important environmental issues related to forage production.
- Define the terms renewable and nonrenewable resources.
- Explain the concept of sustainable agriculture.
- Diagram and describe a "typical" pasture ecosystem.
- Describe several soil erosion practices that can be used in forage production.
- Define the term desertification.
- What are major benefits and risks associated with the use of agrichemicals in forage production?
- Discuss the theory and application of IPM to forage production.
- What are major benefits and risks associated with the use of agrichemicals in forage production?
- Why is it important to adopt production practices that preserve biodiversity?
- Why are some people critical of the practice of growing grains to feed animals?
