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Cambridge IGCSE Environmental Management practice

Paper 1 structured question: Increasing agricultural yields

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Increasing agricultural yields

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A farmer wants to increase crop yields on their farm using sustainable methods.

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Sustainable Farming Methods

The farmer is considering several options: crop rotation, use of fertilizers, pest management through biological methods, and controlled environments like greenhouses.

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    Explain how crop rotation can help increase crop yields sustainably.

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GM Crops and Mechanization

GM crops are engineered for pest resistance and higher yields. Mechanization involves using machines for planting and harvesting.

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    Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using GM crops and mechanization on this farm.

    Aim for approximately 4 distinct marking points.

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