SUBSISTENCE FARMING

By Shivam Garg , 7 Sep, 2023 Learn more

What is subsistence farming ?

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OTHER NAMES OF subsistence farming

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Advantages

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Disadvantages

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-- Shifting agriculture --Sedentary farming --Nomadic herding --Intensive subsistence farming

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Challenges and Opportunities

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The Impact of Subsistence Farming on the Environment

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