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strip cropping

/ˈstrɪp ˌkrɒpɪŋ/

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/ˈstrɪp ˌkrɒpɪŋ/C1formaltechnical
  • ruСельскохозяйственная практика выращивания различных культур чередующимися полосами вдоль контура земли для уменьшения эрозии почвы, улучшения удержания воды и поддержания плодородия почвы.

An agricultural practice of growing different crops in alternating strips along the contour of the land to reduce soil erosion, improve water retention, and maintain soil fertility.

  1. Agricultural practiceC1formal

    A farming method where different crops are planted in alternating strips along the contour of the land to reduce soil erosion and improve water retention.

    ruСельскохозяйственная практика

    • Farmers use strip cropping to prevent soil erosion on hillsides.
    • Strip cropping helps maintain soil fertility by rotating crops in narrow bands.
    • The combination of strip cropping and terracing significantly reduces runoff.