Technology changed the agricultural industry over time. One way it did so was that Technology helped farmers grow_______.

crops more efficiently and improve their yields.

For example, advanced machinery such as tractors, plows, planters, and irrigation systems have made farming tasks faster and more precise. Additionally, genetically modified seeds, fertilizers, and pesticides have increased the productivity and resilience of crops. Drones and satellite imagery also enable farmers to monitor their fields in real-time and make data-driven decisions to optimize their production. Overall, technology has revolutionized agriculture by enhancing crop growth, increasing profitability, and reducing environmental impact.

Another way technology helped the Agricultural industry was that Texas built a system of reservoirs - artificially created storage areas to hold freshwater. This helped combat drought and challenges in the (9) _______ industry.

livestock

Which industry did they both work in? Both made medical advances for the (10) ________ Program.

agricultural

The Texas Triangle is a “megaregion”:Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, and (11)_____ ________.

San Antonio

PRINCIPLES OF A (12)_______-______________ SYSTEM

closed-loop

Limited government involvement promotes independent choice for consumers and businesses.

♢ Law of (13)________and _________: increases competition among companies; helps maintain stable prices. (p.12)
♢ Global competition encourages companies to increase their profit margin by limiting production costs, adjusting prices, and providing a quality product for consumers.

Law of supply and demand