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Eating Patterns: Organic

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Agriculture in Canada

https://www.thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/agriculture-and-food

Organic Agriculture
https://www.thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/organic-agriculture

Questions:
1. Why might individuals choose to support organic agriculture?

Terms Definitions

Organic Agriculture Organic agriculture is defined as the sustainable cultivation of

land for food production that nourishes soil life, nurtures
animals in their natural environment and feeds them
according to their physiology.

Pesticides a substance used for destroying insects or other organisms

harmful to cultivated plants or to animals

Genetically modified Genetically modified is the process of altering the genetic

makeup of an organism.

Fertilizer a chemical or natural substance added to soil or land to

increase its fertility.which aids in plant growth

Greenhouse a glass building in which plants are grown that need

protection from cold weather.

Agribusiness Agribusiness is the business of agricultural production which

involves the production, protection, sales and marketing of
the product to satisfy the customers need

FORAGE CROP Are the part of the crop that are eaten by grazing animals

Livestock farm animals regarded as items

2. Give a brief history of organic farming in Canada.

3. How can Canadians who are interested in organic farming get involved?
4. What are some organic products that are farmed in Canada?

5. Where in Canada is organic farming done?

6. Name the provinces that are big producers of organic products.

7. What steps are being taken by organic farmers to deal with controlling pests and
adding nutrients to the soil?

8. What is the role of crop rotation in farming?

9. How does organic farming impact the environment?

10. What are the advantages and disadvantages of consuming organic products?
a) Advantages:
b) Disadvantages:

11. What might be some challenges in organic livestock farming?

12. What might be some challenges faced by Canadians who are interested in Organic
farming?