0

Sustainable Agroforestry Practices

Description: This quiz tests your knowledge of sustainable agroforestry practices, which combine forestry and agricultural techniques to create sustainable and productive ecosystems.
Number of Questions: 15
Created by:
Tags: agroforestry sustainability forestry agriculture
Attempted 0/15 Correct 0 Score 0

What is the primary goal of sustainable agroforestry practices?

  1. To increase crop yields

  2. To reduce soil erosion

  3. To enhance biodiversity

  4. To improve water quality


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Sustainable agroforestry practices aim to create diverse and resilient ecosystems that support a variety of plant and animal species.

Which of the following is NOT a common agroforestry practice?

  1. Alley cropping

  2. Silvopasture

  3. Monoculture

  4. Forest farming


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Monoculture, the practice of growing a single crop on a large area of land, is not a sustainable agroforestry practice.

What is the primary benefit of alley cropping?

  1. It reduces soil erosion

  2. It improves soil fertility

  3. It provides habitat for wildlife

  4. It increases crop yields


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Alley cropping, the practice of planting trees or shrubs in rows between crops, helps to improve soil fertility by adding organic matter and nutrients to the soil.

Which of the following is NOT a common type of agroforestry system?

  1. Taungya system

  2. Shifting cultivation

  3. Homegardens

  4. Alley cropping


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Shifting cultivation, the practice of clearing a forest area for agriculture and then moving on to a new area once the soil is depleted, is not a sustainable agroforestry system.

What is the primary benefit of silvopasture?

  1. It reduces soil erosion

  2. It improves soil fertility

  3. It provides shade for livestock

  4. It increases forage production


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Silvopasture, the practice of integrating trees and shrubs into grazing land, helps to increase forage production by providing shade and shelter for livestock, which allows them to graze more efficiently.

Which of the following is NOT a common agroforestry product?

  1. Timber

  2. Fruits

  3. Vegetables

  4. Coffee


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Coffee is not a common agroforestry product, as it is typically grown in monoculture plantations.

What is the primary benefit of forest farming?

  1. It reduces soil erosion

  2. It improves soil fertility

  3. It provides habitat for wildlife

  4. It produces a variety of forest products


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Forest farming, the practice of managing forests for the sustainable production of non-timber forest products, such as fruits, nuts, and medicinal plants, helps to generate income for local communities and reduce deforestation.

Which of the following is NOT a common challenge faced by agroforestry practitioners?

  1. Lack of access to land

  2. Lack of technical knowledge

  3. Lack of financial resources

  4. Lack of market access


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lack of market access is not a common challenge faced by agroforestry practitioners, as there is a growing demand for sustainably produced agroforestry products.

What is the primary benefit of homegardens?

  1. They provide a diverse range of food and other products

  2. They help to improve soil fertility

  3. They provide habitat for wildlife

  4. They reduce soil erosion


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Homegardens, small-scale agroforestry systems typically found in rural areas, provide a diverse range of food and other products, such as fruits, vegetables, and medicinal plants, for household consumption and income generation.

Which of the following is NOT a common agroforestry practice in developing countries?

  1. Alley cropping

  2. Silvopasture

  3. Homegardens

  4. Taungya system


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Silvopasture is not a common agroforestry practice in developing countries, as it requires large areas of land and is often not suitable for smallholder farmers.

What is the primary benefit of the Taungya system?

  1. It reduces soil erosion

  2. It improves soil fertility

  3. It provides a source of income for farmers

  4. It provides habitat for wildlife


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Taungya system, a form of agroforestry that involves planting trees or shrubs alongside crops, provides a source of income for farmers by allowing them to sell the timber or other forest products harvested from the trees.

Which of the following is NOT a common agroforestry practice in developed countries?

  1. Alley cropping

  2. Silvopasture

  3. Homegardens

  4. Forest farming


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Homegardens are not a common agroforestry practice in developed countries, as they are typically found in rural areas of developing countries.

What is the primary benefit of alley cropping in reducing soil erosion?

  1. The trees or shrubs help to hold the soil in place

  2. The trees or shrubs help to improve soil structure

  3. The trees or shrubs help to reduce the impact of rainfall on the soil

  4. The trees or shrubs help to increase the organic matter content of the soil


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Alley cropping helps to reduce soil erosion by providing a physical barrier that helps to hold the soil in place, preventing it from being washed away by wind or water.

Which of the following is NOT a common agroforestry practice in tropical regions?

  1. Alley cropping

  2. Silvopasture

  3. Homegardens

  4. Taungya system


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Silvopasture is not a common agroforestry practice in tropical regions, as it is typically found in temperate regions with a more pronounced dry season.

What is the primary benefit of forest farming in improving soil fertility?

  1. The trees or shrubs help to add organic matter to the soil

  2. The trees or shrubs help to improve soil structure

  3. The trees or shrubs help to reduce soil erosion

  4. The trees or shrubs help to increase the water-holding capacity of the soil


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Forest farming helps to improve soil fertility by adding organic matter to the soil, which helps to improve soil structure and water-holding capacity, and provides nutrients for plants.

- Hide questions