AP Success - AP Human Geography: Hydroponic Farms

Hydroponic farming is a type of intensive agriculture. In recent decades, hydroponic farming and the products it process has changed significantly.

Define intensive agriculture.

Describe the change over time in the number and sizes of hydroponic farms.

Explain how economies of scale are used to maximize profitability in hydroponic farms.

Explain a recent trend in the location of hydroponic farms with respect to arid climates.

Explain ONE way in which a commodity chain connects hydroponic farms to consumers over a distributed geographic area.

Explain ONE way in which hydroponic farms can specialize to compete with traditional farms.

Explain an environmental sustainability solution that results from the adoption of hydroponic farms.