agronomic practices

[uh-gruh-NAH-mik PRAK-tis-iz]
nounfeminine (plural)pl: agronomic practices
práticas agronômicas
1. Scientific and technical methods and techniques applied to crop production, soil management, and agricultural operations to optimize yield and sustainability
Agronomic practices such as crop rotation and precision irrigation have improved farm productivity.
Práticas agronômicas como rotação de culturas e irrigação de precisão melhoraram a produtividade da fazenda.
2. Systematic procedures developed by agricultural science to enhance soil fertility, pest management, and overall farm efficiency
Modern agronomic practices include the use of cover crops and reduced tillage.
As práticas agronômicas modernas incluem o uso de culturas de cobertura e redução do preparo do solo.
3. Environmentally conscious farming methods that balance productivity with ecological sustainability
Sustainable agronomic practices help reduce chemical inputs and water consumption.
As práticas agronômicas sustentáveis ajudam a reduzir insumos químicos e consumo de água.
Agronomic practices are central to Brazil's identity as a global agricultural powerhouse. The term is widely used among farmers, agribusiness professionals, and government agencies, particularly in states like São Paulo, Mato Grosso, and Paraná. In the USA, these practices are heavily influenced by land-grant universities and the USDA. The shift toward sustainable agronomic practices reflects growing environmental consciousness in both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
farming techniquesagricultural methodscrop management practicescultivation procedures
Antonyms / Antônimos
subsistence farmingtraditional farmingunscientific methods

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
práticas agronômicas
Standard term used across Brazil in agricultural contexts
São Paulo
práticas agronômicas
Commonly used in one of Brazil's major agricultural regions
Mato Grosso
práticas agronômicas
Standard terminology in Brazilian agribusiness hub
Portugal
práticas agronômicas
Same terminology used in Portuguese agriculture, though with less intensification

Related Words

soil managementcrop rotationirrigationpest controlfertilizationtillagesustainable agricultureprecision farming

Related Idioms & Phrases

best agronomic practices
conventional agronomic practices
integrated agronomic practices
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