Natural Resources, Mining, and Industry: A Global Perspective
Mining
Natural Resources
Natural resources, such as minerals, water, and forests, are found naturally in the environment. The exploitation of natural resources depends on:
- Technology: This makes it possible to obtain natural resources in different ways.
- Cost: The benefits must be greater than the cost of its exploitation.
Consumption is very high in developed countries. Less developed countries are the biggest producers of natural resources.
Mining Activity
A mineral is an inorganic natural substance,
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SHIPPING WORKS
The global maritime activity in 2003 totaled 24.589 billion tonne-miles of goods loaded, with an annual growth rate of 0.5%. Crude oil, iron ore, coal, cereals, and containerized cargo are the main goods transported. Overall, all ports on the west coast of South America are not enough to move 1% of the global burden, and only 5% of the global burden moves to or from the Southern Hemisphere.
RELEVANCE OF THE PORT SECTOR IN CHILE
In the national context, Chilean trade policy has been characterized
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Status of Spanish Livestock Worldwide and European
Cattle
When discussing cattle, distinctions must be made between:
- Broiler meat production
- Dairy milk
These specializations are so distinct that mixed breeding is no longer profitable.
Cattle production in OECD countries is increasing and is currently three times higher than U.S. production.
Within the EU
Germany and France, with outputs greater than 20%, hold significant influence over legislation in this field. Spain, with production up to 6%, has faced
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Ranching in Spain
Ranching in Spain is based on the coexistence of diverse livestock species within the same region. These typically involve indigenous, hardy breeds raised on small farms using traditional, extensive systems.
Modern farming practices have significantly transformed the structure and production of ranching, leading to higher yields.
a) Changes in Density Structure
Key changes include specialization, modernization, and intensification:
- Specialization: Production is increasingly focused
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2.2. Ranching
It is based on the coexistence of different livestock species in the same area, made up of indigenous breeds with a high degree of hardiness, in small farms that used backward techniques, and extensive systems.
The current farming has undergone major changes in the structure and production, which have allowed higher yields.
a) The changes in density structure can be summarized in specialization, modernization, and intensification.
- The production tends to specialize in the production of
Types of Farming and Cropping Patterns in India
Types of Farming in India
Primitive Subsistence Farming
This type of farming, practiced on small patches of land, utilizes primitive tools and family/community labor. Primarily dependent on monsoon and natural soil fertility, crops are cultivated based on environmental suitability. Also known as ‘slash and burn’ agriculture, this method involves clearing land by slashing vegetation and burning it, with the resulting ash mixed into the soil for cultivation. This farming produces just enough for sustenance,
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