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Differentiate between subsistence farming and commercial farming.
Topic: Types of farming
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Answer
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The difference is shown in the table.
Comparison
| Subsistence farming | Commercial farming |
|---|---|
| Crops are grown mainly to feed the farmer’s own family, on small holdings with traditional methods. | Crops are grown mainly for sale in the market, on large holdings with machines, fertilisers and high-yielding seeds. |