Water is the single most important substance for any living being - NSC Agricultural Management Practices - Question 2 - 2021 - Paper 1
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Water is the single most important substance for any living being.
2.1.1 State the main source of water for a farmer.
2.1.2 Name FOUR factors that determine the e... show full transcript
Worked Solution & Example Answer:Water is the single most important substance for any living being - NSC Agricultural Management Practices - Question 2 - 2021 - Paper 1
Step 1
State the main source of water for a farmer.
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The main source of water for a farmer is rainfall.
Step 2
Name FOUR factors that determine the effectiveness of rainfall.
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Factors that determine the effectiveness of rainfall include:
Rainfall intensity and duration
Tempo of evaporation
Seasonal distribution
Soil condition and topography
Step 3
Explain the effect of trampling of the feed available and the carrying capacity of a camp.
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Trampling of feed can lead to damage, resulting in reduced availability of feed. This decreases the carrying capacity of the camp as less feed means fewer animals can be supported sustainably.
Step 4
Name TWO methods that a farmer can use to overcome the required feed for lactating cows during the calving season.
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Methods to overcome the required feed during calving include:
Storing feed to ensure availability during the calving season.
Reducing the number of breeding animals temporarily.
Step 5
Give the agricultural term for the relationship shown in the graph above.
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The agricultural term for the relationship shown in the graph is the 'Law of Diminishing Returns.'
Step 6
Describe the term marginal yield.
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Marginal yield refers to the additional yield obtained from the incremental application of a resource, such as fertiliser. It signifies the extra income produced for each additional unit of input.
Step 7
Explain the implications of point A on the graph.
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Point A indicates a level where increasing inputs does not result in significant additional income. Beyond this point, the farmer may start to incur losses due to the costs exceeding the marginal benefit from increased yield.
Step 8
Ensure there is enough food available for each season by planted pastures or spare camps.
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2.4.1 G
Step 9
Make sure that there is a water trough in each camp.
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2.4.2 F
Step 10
Separate lactating and dry cows into different camps.
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2.4.3 A
Step 11
Indicating the types and number of grasses in the different stages of the succession progress of the veld.
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2.4.4 E
Step 12
Name and explain TWO main sources of capital for a farming business.
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Main sources of capital include:
Production capital, which is obtained through the sale of goods.
Savings from farming profits that are reinvested.
Step 13
Give THREE problems related to capital as a production factor.
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Problems can include:
Scarcity of capital, hindering the ability to invest.
High interest rates making borrowing expensive.
Insufficient collateral when seeking loans.
Step 14
Cost of the planter.
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The conventional planter generally has a lower initial cost compared to a no-till planter, which is often more expensive due to its technology.
Step 15
Cultivation costs.
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Cultivation costs for a conventional planter are typically higher due to more intensive tillage, while no-till planters have lower costs associated with less soil disturbance.
Step 16
Traction required.
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Conventional planters require less traction and usually a smaller tractor, whereas no-till planters may require larger, more powerful tractors.
Step 17
Name THREE factors that will influence the drift of spray during the application of a pesticide.
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Factors influencing spray drift include:
Wind speed
Humidity
Droplet size
Step 18
Describe THREE challenges of agritourism in rural areas.
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Challenges faced include:
Poor infrastructure affecting accessibility.
Lack of marketing skills to attract tourists.
Limited awareness of the benefits of agritourism among local communities.
Step 19
Name THREE characteristics of a niche market.
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Characteristics of a niche market include:
Specialized client base.
Specific product offerings tailored to consumers.
Limited competition within the niche.
Step 20
Name THREE aspects that a farmer must consider when acquiring used (second-hand) implements.
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Aspects to consider include:
The condition of the implements being purchased.
The price in relation to a new implement.
The potential cost for repairs or modifications needed.
