Food Production and Agriculture

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What is the primary sector around the world?

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Activities such as agriculture, livestock farming, fishing, and forestry.

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What has happened to the importance of agriculture in the world?

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It is declining, with employment dropping from 44% to 26.5% and GDP below 4% as of 2020.

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What factors restrict agricultural activity?

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Climatic factors (extreme cold, excessive heat, high humidity, aridity) and relief factors (altitude, soil type).

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What are the two main types of agriculture based on land use?

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Intensive and extensive agriculture.

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What characterizes commercial agriculture in developed countries?

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Specialized production, mechanization, advanced cultivation techniques, and large-scale storage and transport.

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What is traditional agriculture in developing countries focused on?

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Obtaining food for families, often with low productivity and dependence on the physical environment.

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What are plantations in developing countries primarily for?

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To export products, often located in well-connected areas and owned by foreign multinationals.

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What are the positive effects of plantations?

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They stimulate the economy by creating employment and introducing modern cultivation systems.

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What are the negative effects of plantations?

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Economic benefits often do not reach local workers, leading to competition issues and serious environmental impacts.

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What is livestock farming?

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The rearing of animals for production, agricultural tasks, and breeding.