Proper care of animals results in healthier animals and provides greater satisfaction for persons who raise animals. Beneficial insects and soil organisms increase their activity in a healthy ecosystem. Cultural, mechanical, biological and chemical means are used to control weeds, insects and disease. C. Agricultural production systems vary according to geography, environment and traditions. Some production systems yield only plant products.
Some production systems yield mainly animal products.
Diversified production systems involve both plants and animals. Economics of food, land and people. A. Agricultural production influences the economies of local, national and global communities. An efficient food production and distribution system is essential for societies to expand and flourish. A limited natural resource base creates a need for nations to trade with one another.