Crop rotation systems are methods used by farmers where different crops are planted sequentially on a piece of land over several seasons. This helps maintain soil fertility, control pests and diseases, and maximize crop yields.
Related terms
Monoculture: This term refers to growing only one type of crop on a large scale. Monoculture is often associated with reduced biodiversity and increased vulnerability to pests and diseases.
Intercropping: Also known as companion planting, intercropping involves growing two or more different crops together in the same field. This can provide benefits such as pest control, improved soil fertility, and efficient use of space.
Green Revolution: The Green Revolution was a period of technological advancements in agriculture during the mid-20th century that aimed to increase global food production through the use of high-yielding crop varieties, irrigation systems, and chemical fertilizers.