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Modern Agriculture Practices

ICSE · Class 9 · Environmental Science

Complete topic list for Modern Agriculture Practices in ICSE Class 9 Environmental Science. Key concepts, sub-topics, and what to focus on for board exams.

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Topics in Modern Agriculture Practices

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1. Intensive Farming (Industrial Agriculture)

  • Intensive farming is a system of farming that aims to maximise crop yields and livestock production through the extensive use of modern inputs and technology.
  • It is also called Industrial Agriculture.
  • It became popular in India after the Green Revolution in the 1960s.
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2. Advantages and Disadvantages of Intensive Farming

  • Intensive farming increases crop yields and livestock output per unit of land.
  • It helps meet the needs of a growing population.
  • It reduces the need to expand farmland into new areas.
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3. Chemical Fertilisers and Pesticides

  • Chemical fertilisers supply essential nutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium to crops.
  • They help plants grow faster and increase production in a short time.
  • Continuous use of chemical fertilisers reduces natural soil fertility.
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4. Monoculture and Cash Crops

  • Monoculture means growing only one type of crop repeatedly on the same land, often over a large area.
  • It is common in large-scale commercial farming.
  • Monoculture gives high production in a short period.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Modern agriculture practices use high inputs, technology, and specialized farming methods to increase production, but they also create environmental and social impacts.

Intensive FarmingGreen RevolutionChemical Fertilisers and PesticidesMonocultureCash CropsTraditional Crop VarietiesModern Farming vs Traditional FarmingAgricultural Land Use Changes

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Modern Agriculture Practices covers several key topics that are frequently asked in ICSE Class 9 board exams. Focus on the core concepts listed on this page and practise related questions to build confidence.
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