Which term is the science of water farming?

• A. Aquaculture
• B. Horticulture
• C. Agronomy
• D. Entomology

Answer: (A)

Aquaculture is the science of water farming. It involves breeding, rearing, and harvesting aquatic organisms—like fish, crustaceans, mollusks, and even some aquatic plants—in controlled water environments such as ponds, tanks, or cages. The aim is to produce seafood or other aquatic products efficiently and sustainably, while managing water quality, feeding, and disease.

This differs from horticulture, which centers on growing terrestrial plants; agronomy, which focuses on field crop production and soil management; and entomology, the study of insects.