Question

what is shifting agriculture in Southeast Asia known as?

Answer 1

Rice, maize, cassava, soybean, sesame and vegetables are the dominant crops. Shifting cultivation is the main source of livelihood in Laos. However, in areas with transportation facilities, some shifting cultivators are practising permanent cash crop cultivation. The establishment tree plantations is also increasing.

Answer 2

In thailand,Indonesia and Malaysia or inBurma some hill tribes practise shifting cultivation on slopes or permanent agriculture in irrigated low lands.