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AGRISCIENCE

Science is learning about the world in which we
live. Careful study is made of living and nonliving
things. Truths or laws are developed to explain what is
happening and why. Today, we use the term
“agriscience.”
Agriscience is the application of science in produc-
ing food, clothing, and shelter materials. It deals with
both “why” and “how” things are done. Knowledge helps
people with their work. Studying agriscience gives knowl-
edge about useful areas of science. It helps meet the
needs of people.
All areas of science are in agriscience. The most
important relate to plants, animals, soil, water, and
machinery. Areas of environmental science are more
important. This is because many agricultural activities
affect the quality of the environment.

8–2. Producing colorful flowering plants involves
using science.

Technology is a part of agriscience. It is
the application of science. This leads to
new devices and methods. These make
work easier and increase yields.
Scientific principles form the base on
which agriscience knowledge and work
are built. For example, people who know
plant science are better at growing plants.
The same is true about animals and ani-
8–3. Blood is being taken from a lamb for DNA
mal science. Science-based agriculture is analysis. (Courtesy, Agricultural Research Service,
the current state-of-the-art. USDA)