Many Advantages and Disadvantages Are Associated with Sustainable Farming Techniques,for

question 26

Multiple Choice

Many advantages and disadvantages are associated with sustainable farming techniques,for the environment,the consumer,and the farmer.Which of the following is FALSE?

• A)Sustainable farming is more labor intensive than traditional farming.
• B)More subsidies are available for farmers who use sustainable techniques.
• C)Soil is not degraded as much when sustainable agricultural techniques are used.
• D)Usually,organic products are more expensive to the consumer.
• E)All of these answers are true statements about sustainable farming.

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