Agricultural Practices and Climate Understanding

These flashcards cover key concepts related to sustainable agriculture, the impact of extreme weather, conservation practices, and the integration of traditional knowledge with modern techniques.

What are sustainable harvesting practices in agriculture?

Sustainable harvesting practices help take care of plants and animals, ensuring they remain healthy and sufficient for the future.

What is one method increasing resilience against drought in farming?

Farmers can plant drought-resistant crops that require less water to survive.

What can be done to mitigate the impacts of flooding on agriculture?

Farmers might plant crops that can handle being underwater for short periods or create drainage systems to direct excess water away from fields.

What is conservation agriculture?

Conservation agriculture is a farming approach that respects the environment and adapts to local weather conditions, promoting techniques that meet the needs of local plants and animals.

How do First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities utilize traditional knowledge regarding weather patterns?

These communities maintain a deep connection to the land, using stories passed down through generations to understand and predict weather patterns and animal behaviors.

Give an example of seasonal migration in animals.

Monarch butterflies migrate from Canada and the United States to Mexico for winter, covering thousands of miles.

What are weather patterns and why are they important?

Weather patterns are cycles observed by tracking changes in weather, helping us prepare and plan for future environmental conditions.

How can modern technology and traditional knowledge work together in agriculture?

They can complement each other by using traditional observations of nature alongside modern technological tools to better predict weather changes.