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PS 103: Chapter 18Organic producers are allowed to use genetically modified organisms. -
correct answer ✔False
Organic agriculture promotes and enhances biodiversity, biological cycles,
and environmental stewardship. - correct answer ✔True
About 10 percent of cropland in the United States is certified organic. - correct
answer ✔False
Organic farmers are inspected by governmental agencies for certification. -
correct answer ✔True
Organic foods tend to be more expensive than conventionally produced food.
- correct answer ✔True
The term "natural" on a label is equivalent to "organic." - correct answer
✔False
The term "local" is regulated by the USDA. - correct answer ✔False
An example of a cultural weed control method is tillage. - correct answer
✔False
One disadvantage to delayed planting is potentially lower yields. - correct
answer ✔True
, Organic farmers choose either cultural or mechanical weed control to manage
their weeds. - correct answer ✔False
For organic crops that are used for human consumption, raw manure can be
applied at any time during the growing season. - correct answer ✔False
Which of the following is allowed in organic agriculture?
A. Stacked trait corn
B. Synthetic fertilizers
C. Roundup
D. Compost - correct answer ✔D
For how many years must land be without prohibited materials to be certified
organic?
A.1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4 - correct answer ✔C
How often are certified organic farms inspected?
A. once a year
B. twice a year
C. three times a year
D. every other year - correct answer ✔A
In terms of organic sales, what are the two largest categories?
A. Fruits/vegetables and meat
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