Sustainable Agriculture Practices - JSS3 Agricultural Science Lesson Note

Sustainable agriculture practices are essential for maintaining soil health, biodiversity, and long-term productivity. Crop rotation involves alternating crops in specific sequences to mitigate soil degradation and pest buildup while improving nutrient cycling. Cover cropping involves planting non-harvested crops during fallow periods to protect soil from erosion, suppress weeds, and enhance soil fertility. Agroforestry integrates trees and shrubs into agricultural landscapes, promoting biodiversity, carbon sequestration, and ecosystem resilience.