Differences in Farm Productivity

Definition

This refers to variations in agricultural output due to factors such as soil quality, climate conditions, farming techniques, and access to technology.

Analogy

Imagine two gardeners each with their own plot. One has fertile soil and plenty of sunlight while the other has rocky soil and lots of shade. Naturally, the first gardener will likely have more productive plants than the second one - this is similar to differences in farm productivity.

Related terms

Agricultural Revolution: A period in history marked by significant changes in farming practices that dramatically increased agricultural output.

Sustainable Agriculture: Farming methods that preserve long-term productivity by protecting natural resources such as soil and water supplies.

Crop Rotation: The practice of growing different crops sequentially on the same plot so as not to deplete nutrients from the soil.