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Suggested terms: VOA Special English Agriculture Report
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look like
Meaning: To appear similar to something.
Example: Some people say broccoli looks like small trees.
come in (colors/forms)
Meaning: To be available in different types or varieties.
Example: These vegetables also come in more colorful versions.
cut below
Meaning: To cut at a point lower than something else.
Example: Cut the main stem about 12 to 15 centimeters below the head.
differ about
Meaning: To have different opinions regarding something.
Example: Experts differ about how to space the plantings.
help feed
Meaning: To provide nutrients or support growth.
Example: Mulch also helps feed the soil and controls weeds.
nutritious
IPA (UK): /njuːˈtrɪʃ.əs/
IPA (US): /nuːˈtrɪʃ.əs/
Meaning: Containing substances needed for health and growth.
Meaning: Containing substances needed for health and growth.
Example: Broccoli and cauliflower are among the most nutritious vegetables.
harvest
IPA (UK): /ˈhɑː.vɪst/
IPA (US): /ˈhɑːr.vɪst/
Meaning: To gather a crop when it is ready.
Meaning: To gather a crop when it is ready.
Example: Harvest the center flower bud cluster while the buds are still tight.
mulch
IPA (UK): /mʌltʃ/
IPA (US): /mʌltʃ/
Meaning: Material spread over soil to keep it moist and reduce weeds.
Meaning: Material spread over soil to keep it moist and reduce weeds.
Example: Using mulch helps keep the ground moist and cool.
fertile
IPA (UK): /ˈfɜː.taɪl/
IPA (US): /ˈfɝː.t̬əl/
Meaning: Rich in nutrients and able to support plant growth.
Meaning: Rich in nutrients and able to support plant growth.
Example: Both crops grow best in sunshine and fertile, moist soil.
climate
IPA (UK): /ˈklaɪ.mət/
IPA (US): /ˈklaɪ.mət/
Meaning: The typical weather conditions of a region.
Meaning: The typical weather conditions of a region.
Example: Broccoli and cauliflower grow best in cooler climates.
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