Organic Food and Environmental Impact Quiz

What is one reason why organic food is generally more expensive than non-organic food?

• It costs more to rear and grow organic products.

• Organic food is always imported.

• Organic food uses more artificial fertilizers.

• Organic food is produced faster.

Which of the following is NOT a practice followed by organic farmers?

• Using artificial fertilizers

• Only using medicines if an animal is unwell

• Growing a mix of crops that discourage pests and diseases

• Ensuring higher welfare standards

Which of the following is a way to reduce your carbon footprint when shopping for food?

• Buying locally produced food

• Buying food from other countries

• Buying food with a lot of packaging

• Driving long distances to shop

What is the main environmental concern with packaging?

• It is produced using carbon-based fuels.

• It makes food taste different.

• It is always reusable.

• It is always made from glass.

What is the carbon footprint of a product?

• The total amount of carbon dioxide produced during its production and transportation

• The price of the product

• The number of people who buy the product

• The distance the product travels

How does the increasing cost of fuel affect food transportation?

• It makes transportation of goods much more expensive.

• It makes food cheaper.

• It reduces the need for packaging.

• It increases the shelf life of food.

Which of the following is a result of increases in extreme weather patterns due to climate change?

• Flooding or drought affecting crop production

• More food being produced

• Lower food prices

• Increased use of artificial fertilizers

What is one way to ensure a lower carbon footprint when buying food?

• Buy food that is in season and has not been transported from abroad.

• Buy food that is heavily packaged.

• Buy food that is imported.

• Buy food that is out of season.

What is a possible effect of changes in rainfall patterns around the world?

• Some areas may have reduced rainfall while others have increased rainfall.

• All areas will have more rainfall.

• Rainfall patterns do not affect food production.

• Rainfall will only increase in all regions.

What is the main purpose of pesticides in agriculture?

• To destroy pets that spoil or eat growing crops

• To increase soil fertility

• To provide nutrients to plants

• To reduce water usage