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How are farmers affected by pollution?
Air Pollution Places Food At Risk A byproduct of agricultural fertilization, nitrogen oxides form smog and acid rain that affect the air and soil on farms, directly limiting yields and ruining plant roots and leaves.
What are the major problems of environmental pollution?
Some of the environmental problems are pollution, soil erosion leading to floods, salt deserts and sea recedes, desertification, landslides, change of river directions, extinction of species, and vulnerable ecosystem in place of more complex and stable ecosystems, depletion of natural resources, waste accumulation.
What is a major environmental problem associated with agriculture?
Agriculture is the leading source of pollution in many countries. Pesticides, fertilizers and other toxic farm chemicals can poison fresh water, marine ecosystems, air and soil. They also can remain in the environment for generations.
What is the impact of industrial pollution on environment?
Industrial pollution can also impact air quality, and it can enter the soil, causing widespread environmental problems. Industrial activities are a major source of air, water and land pollution, leading to illness and loss of life all over the world.
What are the difficulties faced by farmers?
Unavailability of good Quality of Seeds Seeds are the basic input or raw material for the farmers to grow crops. But there is a lack of availability of the good quality of seeds in the market. And if the good quality seeds are available, they are so expensive that the poor and marginal farmers are not able to afford.
Which changes are environmental effects of farming?
Significant environmental and social issues associated with agricultural production include changes in the hydrologic cycle; introduction of toxic chemicals, nutrients, and pathogens; reduction and alteration of wildlife habitats; and invasive species.