Composting and Crop Rotation for Soil Conservation
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Which agricultural practice involves planting arable crops in alleys between trees and shrubs?

  • Inorganic fertilizers
  • Composting
  • Organic fertilizers
  • Mulching with tree trimmings (correct)
  • What is the main purpose of strip cropping in agriculture?

  • To minimize erosion (correct)
  • To reduce soil compaction
  • To prevent plant diseases
  • To maximize crop yield
  • How does terracing help reduce soil erosion on steep slopes?

  • By increasing water runoff
  • By promoting soil compaction
  • By retaining water for crops (correct)
  • By spreading pests and diseases
  • Which farming practice involves planting rows along the contour of the land?

    <p>Contour farming</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of using windbreaks in agriculture?

    <p>To prevent soil erosion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method involves the decomposition of organic matter to create fertilizer?

    <p>Composting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of mulching with tree trimmings in agriculture?

    <p>To conserve moisture and suppress weeds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of fertilizers are typically used in alley cropping?

    <p>Organic fertilizers</p> Signup and view all the answers

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