Title: Discuss the importance of water to agriculture.
Course: Agriscience & Technology (18001-18A) > Section: Exploring Natural Resources

Discussion should include

- water sources
- water quality
- water supply

and their importance to

- agricultural producers
- agricultural processors
- consumers.

Discussion should also include the environmental effects of

- agricultural producers
- agricultural processors
- consumers

on water quality and supply.

Process/Skill Questions:

- How do homeowners affect water quality?
- How are producers dependent on a quality water supply?
- What BMPs can be used by homeowners, producers, and processors to protect water quality and supply?
- What are careers related to water quality management?
- What is the relationship between soil health and water conservation?
- What factors affect the water-holding capacity of soil?
- How does a soil’s ability to hold and store water affect water system resilience during drought or flooding?