Asked by Xavier Madison on Sep 26, 2024
Which activity is involved in contour farming?
A) plowing across the slope
B) plowing straight down a slope or straight up a slope
C) building a series of small dams
D) converting a steep slope into a series of terraces
Contour Farming
An agricultural practice of tilling along the natural contours of the land to minimize soil erosion and water runoff.
Plowing
The act of turning over the upper layer of soil to prepare for sowing seeds or planting, traditionally done with plows pulled by farming animals or tractors.
- Recognize methods to mitigate erosion and improve soil preservation, such as employing contour farming and terracing techniques.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize methods to mitigate erosion and improve soil preservation, such as employing contour farming and terracing techniques.
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