Origins of Civilization
Slash-and-burn agriculture is a farming method where forests or grasslands are cleared by cutting and burning plants to create fields for cultivation. This technique is often used by subsistence farmers to manage land, as it allows for the quick creation of arable land, but it also raises concerns regarding environmental sustainability and resource management due to its impact on soil fertility and biodiversity.
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