Which term describes the integrated network of farming practices, crops, livestock, and environmental interactions?

• A. Agroecosystem
• B. Terracing
• C. Wetlands
• D. Reservoir

Answer: (A)

The main idea is to view farming as an integrated system where practices, crops, livestock, and the environment all influence one another. The term that describes this network is agroecosystem. It captures how management decisions, biological components, soil, climate, pests, and resources interact to sustain production and the landscape over time. This holistic view goes beyond a single technique or feature. Terracing is a specific land-modification method to reduce erosion, while wetlands and reservoirs are particular environmental features. Agroecosystem focuses on the whole farming system and its connections, making it the best description.