Agriculture
The science or practice of farming, including growing crops and raising animals for the production of food, fiber, fuel and other products. [NALT]
Agriculture or farming is the cultivation and breeding of animals, plants and fungi for food, fiber, biofuel, medicinal plants and other products used to sustain and enhance human life. [AGROVOC]
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Agricultural Health and Safety
The promotion of a safe and healthy environment to support the physical and mental well-being among humans engaged in agricultural activities.
Related Topics: Agriculture, Economic Value, Land Resources
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Animal Husbandry
Animal husbandry is the branch of agriculture concerned with animals that are raised for meat, fibre, milk, eggs, or other products. [AGROVOC]
Related Topics: Agriculture, Careers
Cellular Agriculture
The production of agricultural products (meat, milk, leather, eggs, gelatin, etc.) from cell cultures.
Related Topics: Agriculture, Communities
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Horticulture
Horticulture is defined as that branch of agriculture concerned with growing plants that are used by people for food, for medicinal purposes, and for aesthetic gratification. [NALT]
Related Topics: Agriculture, Mexico
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Urban Agriculture
Urban agriculture (UA) is defined as the production of crop and livestock goods within cities and towns.
Related Topics: Agriculture, Wildlife
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