Question

What is Subsistence farming?

• A. Cultivating crops for exports
• B. Cultivating crops for self consumption
• C. Cultivating crops for selling in the local market
• D. Cultivating crops for livestock

Answer 1

The correct option is B Cultivating crops for self consumption

When farmers cultivate crops only for self-consumption and not to sell in the market, it is known as Subsistence Farming. It generally involves the use of low level of technology and household or community labour.