Disadvantages of Modern Farm Tech

What does large machinery used in farming increase?

• Noise and air pollution

• Fresh air

• Silence in the countryside

• Clean water

Why is buying large farming equipment a problem for farmers?

• It is very cheap

• It makes farming easier

• It makes the farm look nice

• It is expensive and can cause debt

What happens to jobs because of modern farm technology?

• More jobs are created

• Everyone becomes a farmer

• Jobs stay the same

• Fewer jobs are available

What environmental issue can overuse of pesticides cause?

• Less noise

• More trees

• Cleaner water

• Eutrophication in water bodies

What happens to animal habitats because of modern farming?

• Animals become farmers

• Loss of habitats

• More homes for animals

• Animals learn to use technology

Why does rural depopulation happen?

• People stay where they are

• More people move to the countryside

• People move away to find work

• People move to cities for fun

What does burning fossil fuels in machinery release?

• Fresh air

• Perfume

• Oxygen

• Carbon dioxide

What is a consequence of using too much chemical fertiliser?

• Fish kills

• More fish

• Cleaner water

• Dancing plants

What does removing hedgerows for large machinery do?

• Reduces biodiversity

• Makes animals happy

• Creates more space for picnics

• Increases biodiversity

How does modern farm technology affect climate change?

• It contributes to global climate change

• It has no effect

• It stops climate change

• It makes the climate cooler