Into the Dead Zone: Exploring the Impact of Farming Practices on Dead Zones

Philippe Cousteau leads an expedition to explore dead zones, focusing on how farming practices in Pennsylvania affect the Chesapeake Bay. The video highlights sustainable farming practices, manure management, and conservation efforts to reduce nutrient runoff. It emphasizes the importance of adopting best practices to prevent dead zones and encourages youth involvement in conservation efforts.

What is a dead zone, as discussed in the video?

• A place with high levels of oxygen

• An underwater area where nothing can live

• A region with no human activity

• An area with abundant marine life

What farming practice did Bob Fox adopt to reduce soil disturbance?

• Irrigation

• Crop rotation

• No-till farming

• Traditional plowing

How does the cover crop benefit the soil?

• It depletes soil nutrients

• It acts as a mulch to conserve moisture

• It increases soil erosion

• It requires frequent harvesting

What is the primary challenge of managing manure on farms?

• Finding enough storage space

• Preventing it from entering waterways

• Transporting it to other farms

• Using it as a food source

What is the purpose of alley scrapers in manure management?

• To water the crops

• To feed the cows

• To transport manure to a holding tank

• To clean the barn floor

What is a riparian buffer?

• A type of crop rotation

• A method of irrigation

• A type of fertilizer

• A plant barrier along waterways

Why is it important to prevent nitrogen and phosphorus from entering streams?

• They are harmless to aquatic life

• They can cause algal blooms and dead zones

• They improve water quality

• They are essential for fish growth