agricultura
1. the practice of cultivating land or raising livestock for food and other products
Farming is the primary occupation in rural areas.
A agricultura é a ocupação principal nas áreas rurais.
2. the business or activity of managing a farm
Modern farming requires advanced technology and knowledge.
A agricultura moderna requer tecnologia avançada e conhecimento.
3. in finance, the practice of collecting taxes or revenues on behalf of another
Tax farming was common in medieval times.
A cobrança de impostos era comum na Idade Média.
In Brazil, farming is deeply rooted in the national economy, with agribusiness (agronegócio) being a major export sector. The term 'agricultura familiar' (family farming) is significant in Brazilian social policy. In the USA, farming represents a declining but culturally significant tradition, particularly in Midwestern states.
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