Farming in the UK
I can explain how different parts of the UK are used for different types of farming.
Farming in the UK
I can explain how different parts of the UK are used for different types of farming.
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Key learning points
- Farmers in the UK use the seasons to plant their crops, and what they grow depends on weather conditions, land and soil
- More than two thirds of land in the UK is used for farming
- The UK is colder in the north, warmer in the south and wetter in the west as most rain comes in from the Atlantic Ocean
- Poorer soils and colder conditions in hilly areas are best suited to sheep farming, and rich grassy soils to dairy
Keywords
Farming - Farming is the growing and harvesting of crops or rearing animals for food or raw materials.
Farmer - A farmer is a person who grows and harvests crops or rears animals for food or raw materials.
Livestock - Livestock means the animals (but not birds) that are farmed.
Agriculture - Agriculture is the science and practice of cultivating soil and farming.
Land use - Land use is the function or purpose of a particular area.
Common misconception
Some children may believe arable farming only involves cereal crops.
Introduce market gardening which is classed as arable farming and includes growing fruit and vegetables.
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growing crops like wheat or vegetables
raising animals like sheep and cows
a mixture of arable and livestock