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Mar 2025
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756 : Topical English Vocabulary Lesson ...

TEACHER TIFFANI
About this episode

In today’s episode, you will learn a series of vocabulary words that are connected to a specific topic. This lesson will help you improve your ability to speak English fluently about a specific topic. It will also help you feel more confident in your English abilities.

5 Vocabulary Words

  1. Precision Agriculture: (noun) A farming management technique that uses technology to measure and map spatial variation in fields, enabling farmers to apply inputs like fertilizers, pesticides, and seeds with greater precision.
    • Example sentences: 
      1. Precision agriculture can help farmers optimize resource use.
      2. By using GPS technology, precision agriculture allows for site-specific application of inputs.
      3. Precision agriculture can reduce the environmental impact of farming.
  2. Drones: (noun) Unmanned aerial vehicles that can be used for various purposes, including aerial imagery and data collection.
    • Example sentences: 
      1. Drones can capture high-resolution images of crops to assess health and yield.
      2. Drones can be used to spray pesticides and fertilizers more accurately.
      3. Drones can help farmers monitor large fields efficiently.
  3. Yield: (noun) The amount of a crop produced per unit of land or per plant.
    • Example sentences: 
      1. Yield can be increased through the use of advanced technologies.
      2. Farmers aim to maximize yield while minimizing input costs.
      3. Yield data can be used to improve future planting decisions.
  4. Sustainable Agriculture: (noun) Agricultural practices that are environmentally friendly, economically viable, and socially just.
    • Example sentences: 
      1. Sustainable agriculture aims to protect natural resources and reduce pollution.
      2. Sustainable agriculture can improve soil health and biodiversity.
      3. Sustainable agriculture can provide long-term benefits for farmers and consumers.
  5. Food Security: (noun) The state of having reliable access to a sufficient quantity of affordable, nutritious food.
    • Example sentences: 
      1. Smart agriculture can contribute to global food security.
      2. Food security is essential for human health and well-being.
      3. Food security challenges are exacerbated by factors such as population growth and climate change.


A Paragraph using the 5 vocabulary words

Smart agriculture represents a transformative approach to food production, leveraging technology to address global challenges like food security and climate change. By incorporating innovative tools like drones and AI-powered systems, precision agriculture enables farmers to optimize resource use and maximize yield. These advancements contribute to sustainable agriculture by reducing the environmental impact of farming practices. Ultimately, smart agriculture has the potential to revolutionize the way we produce food, ensuring a more resilient and efficient food system for the future.


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