Learn about terrace farming, also known as step agriculture. Discover the history of terrace farming: why it originated, where it is used, and how...
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In Longji Mountain, the highest terrace is 1,180 meters above sea level, while the lowest is 380 meters. With a magnificent scale and spectacular atmosphere, it owns the reputation of The Top of The Terraced Fields in the world. As a main body of the terrace farming cultur...
And using these ancient farming traditions passed down through the generations, is how China feeds the biggest population on earth. I II I. .T Tr ra an ns sl la at ti io on n 两千五百公里外,东南部的云南省,当地的人们在发展农业上有其独特的艰难险阻--即如何种植中国最重要的主食,大米。在...
Yangshuo was a very interesting and attractive little town where we had time for a short break before heading out to the countryside to walk around a small farming village which was quite interesting and showed us a very different aspect to local life. ...
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Terrace Farming Farmland shaped into terraces are built for long-term success. When it rains, instead of washing away the soil, the soil stays in place. Nutrients are also held in place or carried down to the next level. Terrace Farming In China...