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Crop Monoculture Versus Biodiversity in the Grain Belt
Compare the ecological vulnerability of single-crop monoculture fields with biologically diverse farming landscapes.
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Agricultural Impacts on Ecosystems and Habitats
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Analyze how livestock grazing, chemical application, and land-use changes affect wildlife habitats, pollinators, and regional biodiversity.
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Learning standards covered
6/7.1.5.aMaryland Social Studies Standards · 4th GradeAnalyzing the regional impact of agriculture, industry, and transportation on the environment in the United States.
6/7.1.5.bMaryland Social Studies Standards · 4th GradeDetermining the competing social, economic, and political priorities between natural resource use and environmental sustainability.