list and discuss how the nature of a rural settlements affect the type and expanse of agricultural activities

Availability of land for Agricultural activities - The rural areas are known for a lesser degree of development which means lesser factories and other work buildings. The area has undeveloped lands which are usually used for a commercial type of agricultural activities.

Bad road networks: Bad road networks are mainly associated with rural settlements. This hinders to an extent the agricultural activities of planting and harvesting of crops due to difficulties in moving of the crops.