Apply principles and practices of sustainable agriculture to plant production (i.e., describe sustainable production) (Technical II.C.4)

Urban Agriculture

Urban agriculture is a way to grow, process and distribute food in urban areas.

Sustainable Practices

Sustainable agriculture practices help to meet the food needs of today without sacrificing the ability of future generations to produce the food that they need.

Aquaponics and Hydroponics

Aquaponics and hydroponics involve the production of plants using water intensive systems.

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