How do traditional food production practices contribute to a reduction in biodiversity?
a
Air, land, and water are used to produce food, so food that is thrown away is a waste of those original resources.
b
Livestock raised for meat are not as diverse as wild species.
c
Land that is converted to agriculture is no longer a suitable habitat for native species.
d
Agricultural crops are not a good source of food for wild or native species.
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c. Land that is converted to agriculture is no longer a suitable habitat for native species. Traditional food production practices often involve clearing of land for agriculture, which results in a loss of habitat for native plant and animal species. This can lead to a reduction in biodiversity and disrupt ecosystem functions.
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