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What is the difference between primitive subsistence and Intensive subsistence 5 points each |
| Answer» Primitive subsistence farming1)It is practiced on a small patch of land.2)It is done with the help of primitive tools like hoe,dao and digging sticks.3)This type of farming is depended on monsoon.4)When the soil fertility decreases the farmers shift and clear a fresh patch of land for cultivation.5)The production is only for home consumption.Intensive subsistence farming1)It is practiced in areas of high population pressure on land.2)It is done with the help of fertilizers, insecticides,pesticides,HYV seeds,use of machines and other implements.3)It is entirely depended on machines.4)The farmers continue to take maximum output from the limited land in the absence of alternative source of livelihood.\xa05)The productions is not only for farmer consumption.It is for other people also.\xa0 | |