Overview
Sustainable farming practices are essential for ensuring food security while protecting the environment. These methods focus on maintaining soil health, promoting biodiversity, and using resources efficiently. By implementing techniques such as crop rotation, organic farming, and agroforestry, farme...
Key Terms
Example: Planting legumes one year and grains the next.
Example: Using compost instead of chemical fertilizers.
Example: Designing a garden that includes plants, animals, and water systems.
Example: Planting fruit trees alongside crops.
Example: Heavy rains washing away soil from a hillside farm.
Example: Different species of plants and animals in a farm ecosystem.
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intermediateKey Concepts
Crop RotationOrganic FarmingPermacultureAgroforestry