Agriculture and Food Security
Students will analyse the environmental impacts of intensive farming systems and explore sustainable agricultural practices. The focus will be on soil conservation and pest management.
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Students will analyse the environmental impacts of intensive farming systems and explore sustainable agricultural practices. The focus will be on soil conservation and pest management.
Key Questions
- How does intensive agriculture degrade soil structure?
- What are the ecological consequences of pesticide use?
- How can integrated pest management improve food security?
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