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∙ 13y agoWeather and climate are two of the biggest factors in growing conditions, along with soil type. They dictate what does and does not grow well in an area. Climate is pretty well established with weather being a big wild-card if you will. Different crops have different requirements as far as heat, moisture, etc are concerned.
For a few examples: cotton needs a lot of heat, so it does not grow well in northern states of the world. Corn needs a fair amount of moisture, which is why very little is grown in the west. On the flip side most small grains do not need a great amount of heat or moisture in order to grow, although both are still beneficial.
Conversely having bad weather also hurts crops. This past year was a great example of this for corn in Michigan. A wet spring meant a lot of guys downstate couldn't get planted on time, which hurt. An early frost really hurt most people, and in my area having too much heat and moisture this fall led to all the ears molding causing a nearly total loss.
Climate also affects livestock. For example cattle do better in cooler climates (you would too if you were 1200-1600 lbs and hairy!) Which is one of the reasons that traditionally most dairy is in northern states, and production is a bit higher in these cooler areas. heat is stressful on cattle.
I could go on and on, but hopefully some of these examples help clarify it for you.
Source(s):climate dictates what we grow, and the weather is one of the big factors that make or break us each year.
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∙ 12y agoEurope has a generally cooler climate and its raining a good percentage of the year so the crops that need quite a bit of sun and warmth don't get it. basically they don't get all the nutrients they need.
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∙ 11y agoClimate may influence the type of farming, as some crops require dry or wet weather to grow.
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How did the geography and the climate of the Plains affect the Native Americans there?
it affect it by when the plain is flat but if the climate is hot the grass and farming dry out
How does climate affect grain farming?
It either helps or ruins crops farmers are growing.
The physical characteristics of Africa affect what the type of climate there is in certain areas?
mountians=agreculture grassland=farming river side=fishing
How does location climate and natural resources affect how people earn a living in germany and italy?
location is how far to travel and there natural resources climate is about farming and forests also crops the natural resources effect hoew the people work
How do seasonal winds affect climate?
seasonal winds affect climate
How does climate affect the climate in an area?
farming
How did the geography and climate of Plains affect the Native Americans there?
it affect it by when the plain is flat but if the climate is hot the grass and farming dry out
How did hot climate affect farming in the indus valley?
the hot climate provided heat for the crops
How did the geography and climate of the plains affect the Native Americans there?
it affect it by when the plain is flat but if the climate is hot the grass and farming dry out
Describe North America's location on earth and its climate How do these factors affect farming in North America?
Describe north Americas location on earth and it's climate how do these factors affect farming in north america
How climate affect the development of soils?
The climate changes the development find if the soil will be harsh soft good for farming or not
How did the geography and climate of plains affected the native Americans there?
it affect it by when the plain is flat but if the climate is hot the grass and farming dry out
How did the geography and the climate of the Plains affect the Native Americans there?
it affect it by when the plain is flat but if the climate is hot the grass and farming dry out
How does climate affect grain farming?
It either helps or ruins crops farmers are growing.
How does climate affect beef cattle farming?
Climate may affect beef farming in many ways, if it is too hot or cold out the animal will use their energy to keep warm or cool instead of eating and for feed conversion. They need to be comfortable in order to remain healthy and to gain the necessary weight.
Why is farming a threat to the rainforest?
Farming may cause human beings to cut down trees in order to make more room for their cultivation. This will in turn cause a reduction in wildlife habitats and upset the climate patterns of certain regions.
The physical characteristics of Africa affect what the type of climate there is in certain areas?
mountians=agreculture grassland=farming river side=fishing
