Australia's Land Use and Agriculture

Flashcards covering key concepts about Australia's land use and agricultural practices.

What are the main agricultural produces grown in Australia?

Wheat, barley, canola, cotton, and various fruits and vegetables.

Where is Australia's main agricultural produce grown?

In various regions, including the Murray-Darling Basin, and other suitable coastal and inland regions.

What is Australia's main agricultural export?

Wheat is one of the primary agricultural exports.

What is the importance of the Murray-Darling Basin?

It is a vital agricultural region that supports irrigation and is crucial for producing much of Australia's food.

What is the definition of irrigation?

Irrigation is the controlled supply of water to farmland using systems like pipes, channels, or sprinklers to support crop growth, especially when natural rainfall is too low or unreliable.