Agroecology

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Agroecology

Agroecology (pronunciation: /ˌæɡrəʊ.iːˈkɒl.ə.dʒi/) is a scientific discipline that uses ecological theory to study, design, manage and evaluate agricultural systems that are productive but also resource conserving. Agroecology is inherently multidisciplinary, including aspects of ethology, ecology, sociology, economics and culture. The term is often used imprecisely and may refer to "a science, a movement, [or] a practice".

Etymology

The term "agroecology" is not very old, as it was created during the 20th century. "Agro-" is derived from the Greek "agros" meaning "field", and "-ecology" is from the Greek "oikos" meaning "house" or "place to live". Therefore, agroecology can be interpreted as the study of the 'field-house' or the 'agricultural-household'.

Related Terms

  • Sustainable Agriculture: A farming method that preserves long-term agricultural productivity by optimizing resource use and reducing environmental impact.
  • Permaculture: A system of agricultural and social design principles centered around simulating or directly utilizing the patterns and features observed in natural ecosystems.
  • Organic Farming: A method of crop and livestock production that involves much more than choosing not to use pesticides, fertilizers, genetically modified organisms, antibiotics and growth hormones.

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