chemically-treated fields
[/ˈkɛmɪkəli ˈtriːtɪd fiːldz/]
nounpl: chemically-treated fields
campos tratados com produtos químicos
1. Agricultural land that has been treated with synthetic pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, or other chemical substances to control pests, weeds, or diseases
The farmer's chemically-treated fields produced higher yields but raised concerns about environmental impact.
Os campos tratados com produtos químicos do agricultor produziram colheitas maiores, mas geraram preocupações sobre o impacto ambiental.
2. Cultivated areas where chemical fertilizers and synthetic plant protection products are regularly applied
Chemically-treated fields require careful management to prevent soil degradation.
Os campos tratados com produtos químicos exigem manejo cuidadoso para evitar degradação do solo.
In Brazil, chemically-treated fields represent the dominant agricultural model, particularly in agribusiness regions like São Paulo and Mato Grosso. However, there's growing debate between conventional farmers and organic agriculture advocates, with increasing government initiatives promoting sustainable practices. The term reflects a key tension in modern Brazilian agriculture between productivity and environmental sustainability.
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