Question

Terrace farming should be encouraged in hilly regions.why?​

Answer 1

Answer:

because:

The major benefit, of course, is the conservation of soil and water. Terraces reduce both the amount and velocity of water moving across the soil surface, which greatly reduces soil erosion. Terracing thus permits more intensive cropping than would otherwise be possible.

Answer 2

Advantages of encouraging terrace farming in hilly areas

Explanation:

The practice of forming stepped terraces along the slopes of mountains for agricultural practices is known as terracing. It prevents soil erosion and rainwater runoff.

Benefits of terrace farming -

- Helps in the conservation of soil. Decreased soil erosion results in better and more nutritious soil for crops.

- Increases agricultural production and makes people living in hilly areas self sufficient for food items.

- Minimizes the us of irrigation channels.

- Sedimentation of runoff material occurs along the terrace ridges which does not interfere with the crops.

- It enhances community participation and helps in providing livelihood for the people.

- It beautifies the mountain sides thereby increasing tourism which is a major source of income in hill stations