Question

Distinguish between :

Intensive farming and Extensive farming

Answer 1

Intensive Farming	Extensive Farming
1. Production is increased by using higher inputs and better agricultural techniques.	1. Production is increased by bringing more and more land under cultivation.
2. This is practised in areas which are thickly populated.	2. This is practised in areas which are thinly populated.
3. This is practised in areas where there is less land available.	3. This is done in areas where abundant land is easily available.
4. Livestock farming is little developed due to poor pastures.	4. Livestock farming Supplements agriculture due to availability of grasslands.
5. Farms are small in size.	5. Farms are very large in size.