Consider the following agricultural practices:
- Contour bunding
- Relay cropping
- Zero Tillage
In the context of global climate change, which of the above helps/help in carbon sequestration/storage in the soil?
Detailed Explanation:
Carbon sequestration is the process of capturing and storing atmospheric CO₂ in soil organic matter, helping mitigate climate change.
✅ Contour bunding: Prevents soil erosion on slopes, retains organic matter and moisture, enhancing carbon storage in soil.
✅ Relay cropping: Maintains continuous soil cover by sowing second crop before first harvest, reduces soil disturbance, increases biomass return and carbon sequestration.
✅ Zero tillage: Eliminates soil disturbance, preserves soil structure, increases organic matter retention and microbial activity, significantly enhances carbon storage.
All three practices contribute to carbon sequestration in soil.
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Which of the following is the chief characteristic of ‘mixed farming’?