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Geography & Forestry

Explore how India’s geographical diversity and forest ecosystems shape agricultural practices. This section covers the impact of soil types, topography, climate, and agro-climatic zones on farming methods, crop selection, and land use planning.

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Plantation agriculture: Definition, history, practices, benefits, and impacts

28 April, 202520 July, 2024 by Shivam Singh
Plantation agriculture in lush fields with rows of crops

Expansive plantation agriculture showcasing well-maintained crop rows and healthy vegetation.

Plantation agriculture is a large-scale, commercial farming practice where a single crop is cultivated intensively over a vast area of land. This method focuses on …

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