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Sustaining the Soil: Indigenous Soil and Water Conservation in Africa offers a deep look into the traditional methods used to protect land and water resources. For too long, development projects have relied on external solutions that ignore local expertise. This book addresses that gap by documenting the diverse range of technologies developed and adapted by farmers across the continent. These locally developed practices are specifically designed to work within unique site conditions and socio-economic environments. By examining how these measures have been ignored or overturned by outside interventions, this work provides essential context for anyone interested in soil science and land management. It serves as a vital record of farmers' practices and the effective ways they manage their natural resources. Whether you are a professional in horticulture or a student of environmental history, this text provides a necessary perspective on the importance of respecting local knowledge in conservation efforts.

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Documents a wide variety of locally developed technologies for water and soil conservation across Africa.

Explores the history of how external development solutions have impacted traditional farming practices.

Analyzes how local conservation methods are specifically suited to particular sites and socio-economic conditions.

Provides a detailed look at the diverse range of indigenous practices that are often overlooked by conventional projects.

Offers professional insights into the relationship between local knowledge and effective land management.

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hardcover
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Amazon UK
Release Date
26 April 2017
Listed Since
04 January 2017

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