Intensive Rural Land-Uses

Definition

Intensive rural land-uses refer to farming systems that require a high level of labor or capital input per unit of land. These systems often yield high output per unit area.

Analogy

Think of intensive rural land-uses as cramming for an exam. You're putting in a lot of effort (study time) into a small space (your brain) hoping for a big result (a good grade).

Related terms

Extensive Agriculture: A farming system characterized by low inputs of labor or capital per unit area of land. It’s like studying consistently over time instead of cramming.

Crop Rotation: The practice of growing different types of crops in the same area across different seasons to improve soil fertility and crop yield. It’s like switching between subjects while studying to keep your mind fresh and avoid burnout.

Monoculture: The cultivation or growth of a single crop over a wide area for consecutive years. It’s similar to focusing solely on one subject for an extended period.