Activity
Use the graphs below to answer the following questions.
- Which region had the largest fall in sheep numbers between June 1996 and 1999?
- Which region had the largest increase in sheep numbers between June 1996 and 1999?
- Which region had the largest increase in dairy cattle?
- What farming patterns have changed in Southland between 1996 and 1999?
- Why do you think farming has changed in Southland? Use the Agricultural Production Statistics Hot Off The Press to help you.
Source: Agricultural Production Statistics Hot Off The Press
Source: Agricultural Production Statistics Hot Off The Press
Related links
Agriculture and horticulture teachers page
Agriculture
Agricultural Production Statistics - Information Releases
Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry
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