International Food and Culture
Monoculture is the agricultural practice of growing a single crop species over a wide area for consecutive seasons. This approach simplifies farming and can lead to higher yields, but it also poses significant risks such as increased vulnerability to pests and diseases, soil depletion, and reduced biodiversity, which are critical in understanding the consequences of agricultural practices shaped during the Industrial Revolution.
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