AGRICULTURE

Agriculture refers to production of plants and animals

Agronomy is research applied to improve agriculture

Loamy soil The best soil for agriculture

Loamy soil consists of almost equal amounts of sand, silt and clay.

That is why we enjoy a variety of agricultural

products

Ecuador has an excellent soil

Agricultural products have specific needs for growing healthy,

So, each natural region produces specific agricultural products.

Coast

Highlands

Amazon

Galapagos

Agriculture provides healthy food

Agriculture is an important economic

activity all around the world.

You can plant your own crops

Remember crops grow in particular times of the year.

Let´s remember what we learned

1.-What is agriculture?

The best type of soil is the Loamy soil that consists of almost equal amounts of sand, silt and clay.

Agriculture also called farming refers to the activities that transform the environment for the production of animals and plants for human use. 2.-What type of soil is the best for agriculture?

3.- Is our country an agricultural country?

4.-Which of the following crops belong to the highlands?

Of course, because it has an excellent soil, and great weather conditions for agriculture.

Bananas Potatoes Oranges

Potatoes

Now you are ready to have your own plantation and become a farmer

Good luck!!!