The history of agriculture has undergone changes over many centuries. At one time, agricultural work was completely manual, but mechanization has brought a new revolution to the agricultural sector. Modern agriculture is no longer limited to cultivation or crop production alone, it also emphasizes sustainability and maintaining biodiversity.
Modern agricultural methods have improved irrigation and fertilization systems, which help increase crop yield optimization. However, industrialization has created problems of soil erosion and depletion. Therefore, regenerative farming and organic farming are now much more popular.
As a result of scientific research, genetic modification and precision agriculture have brought new possibilities for farmers. In many places, hydroponics is being used to produce vegetables without soil.
However, monoculture agricultural systems increase the risk of ecosystem destruction. Therefore, the application of agroecology model is now essential to ensure sustainable development in agriculture.
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#3128
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mechanization
ˌmɛk.ə.nɪˈzeɪ.ʃən
noun
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The use of machines in agriculture or industry to increase production efficiency.
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The mechanization of agriculture increased productivity. |
automation, industrialization, modernization
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manual labor, traditional methods, handcraft
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#3129
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cultivation
ˌkʌl.tɪˈveɪ.ʃən
noun
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The practice of farming and growing crops on land.
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Modern cultivation techniques improve crop yield. |
farming, agriculture, tilling
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neglect, abandonment, barren land
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#3130
♻️
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sustainability
səˌsteɪ.nəˈbɪl.ə.ti
noun
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The ability to maintain balance in environment, economy and society for the long term.
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Sustainability is key to preserving natural resources. |
durability, eco-friendliness, long-term viability
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unsustainability, instability, short-term growth
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#3131
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biodiversity
ˌbaɪ.oʊ.daɪˈvɜː.sə.ti
noun
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The presence of different species of plants and animals in a particular region.
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Protecting biodiversity is essential for ecological balance. |
ecosystem variety, species richness, genetic diversity
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monoculture, uniformity, species loss
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#3132
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irrigation
ˌɪr.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən
noun
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The controlled supply of water to land for agricultural production.
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Irrigation helps increase agricultural productivity. |
watering, hydration, flooding
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drought, dehydration, dryness
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#3133
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fertilization
ˌfɜːr.tɪ.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən
noun
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The process of adding nutrients to soil to increase crop productivity.
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Organic fertilization enhances soil health. |
soil enrichment, composting, manuring
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soil depletion, erosion, nutrient loss
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#3134
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yield
jiːld
noun/verb
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The amount of agricultural or industrial products produced in a specific time.
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The farm's wheat yield increased due to better irrigation. |
production, harvest, output
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loss, deficiency, reduction
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#3135
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optimization
ˌɒp.tɪ.mɪˈzeɪ.ʃən
noun
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The process of making something work in the best possible way or achieving maximum efficiency.
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The company focused on optimization of resources to maximize profits. |
efficiency, improvement, refinement
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inefficiency, wastefulness, mismanagement
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#3136
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industrialization
ɪnˌdʌs.tri.ə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən
noun
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The development of manufacturing sectors for economic growth.
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Rapid industrialization transformed rural economies. |
manufacturing growth, urbanization, mechanization
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deindustrialization, agrarianism, underdevelopment
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soil erosion
sɔɪl ɪˈroʊ.ʒən
noun
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The damage to the topsoil due to wind, water or agricultural activities.
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Deforestation accelerates soil erosion, reducing agricultural productivity. |
land degradation, soil loss, weathering
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soil conservation, land stability, fertility enhancement
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depletion
dɪˈpliː.ʃən
noun
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The gradual reduction or exhaustion of a resource or substance.
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Overuse of groundwater leads to depletion of water resources. |
exhaustion, reduction, decline
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growth, increase, abundance
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#3139
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regenerative farming
rɪˈdʒɛn.ər.ə.tɪv ˈfɑːr.mɪŋ
noun
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Agricultural practices that improve soil health and biodiversity.
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Regenerative farming improves soil fertility and biodiversity. |
sustainable farming, ecological agriculture, soil restoration
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conventional farming, soil degradation, monoculture
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#3140
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organic farming
ˈɔːr.ɡə.nɪk ˈfɑːr.mɪŋ
noun
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Farming without chemical fertilizers and pesticides using natural methods.
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Organic farming reduces pollution and promotes healthier food. |
natural farming, eco-friendly agriculture, sustainable cultivation
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conventional farming, chemical-based farming, GMO farming
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genetic modification
dʒəˈnɛt.ɪk ˌmɒd.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən
noun
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The process of altering the genetic code of plants or animals.
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Genetic modification enhances crop resistance to pests and diseases. |
biotechnology, genetic engineering, GMOs
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natural selection, traditional breeding, unaltered organisms
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precision agriculture
prɪˈsɪʒ.ən ˈæɡ.rɪ.kʌl.tʃər
noun
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The technique of conducting agricultural work using advanced technology.
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Precision agriculture optimizes resource use and increases efficiency. |
smart farming, data-driven agriculture, high-tech cultivation
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traditional farming, guesswork cultivation, low-tech farming
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hydroponics
ˌhaɪ.droʊˈpɒn.ɪks
noun
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Growing plants using nutrient-rich water instead of soil.
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Hydroponics allows crops to grow without soil. |
soilless farming, aquaponics, controlled agriculture
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traditional farming, soil-based cultivation, land-dependent agriculture
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monoculture
ˈmɒn.əˌkʌl.tʃər
noun
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Growing the same species of crop in a particular area for a long time.
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Monoculture can lead to soil depletion and pest outbreaks. |
single-crop farming, intensive cultivation, large-scale farming
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crop rotation, polyculture, diversified farming
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ecosystem
ˈiː.kəʊˌsɪs.təm
noun
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The interconnection between animals, plants and environment.
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Climate change is disrupting the global ecosystem. |
habitat, biodiversity, natural environment
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environmental degradation, artificial system, pollution
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agroecology
ˌæɡ.roʊ.iːˈkɒl.ə.dʒi
noun
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An integrated system of environmental and social components for sustainable agriculture.
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Agroecology promotes farming practices that protect the environment. |
sustainable agriculture, eco-friendly farming, green farming
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industrial agriculture, chemical farming, unregulated farming
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