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Food Security, Natural Resource Management, Climate Change Resilience, Livelihoods and Agriculture

Polyculture: One of the biggest mistakes humans made was abandoning polyculture in favor of monoculture farming. Monoculture, which involves growing a single crop over a large area, may simplify farming but has significant downsides. It depletes soil nutrients, reduces biodiversity, and makes crops more vulnerable to pests and diseases. On the other hand, polyculture farming, where multiple crop species are grown together, boosts biodiversity and resilience. This method allows plants to naturally protect themselves through integrated pest management, reducing the need for chemical pesticides. The variety of scents, leaf shapes, and colors from different plants confuse harmful insects, making it harder for them to find their target crops. The image from the Eden Project in Cornwall, UK, shows a polyculture garden with a mix of companion vegetables and flowering plants. These plants either repel harmful insects or attract beneficial ones, creating a balanced and sustainable ecosystem.

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