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clearing land for agriculture
Population growth / clearing of lands for agricultural use.
clearing of lands for agricultural use
The number one cause of tropical deforestation worldwide is agriculture, specifically for activities like palm oil production, cattle ranching, and soy farming. These industries often involve clearing large areas of forest to make way for these commodities, leading to widespread deforestation in tropical regions.
clear cutting ------------------ deforestation
The human race !
Thomas K. Rudel has written: 'Tropical forests' -- subject(s): Deforestation, Rain forest conservation 'Tropical deforestation' -- subject(s): Clearing of land, Deforestation, Peasantry, Rain forests
Yes, there are agricultural activities in Brazil's tropical rainforests, particularly in the Amazon region. Farmers often engage in practices such as slash-and-burn agriculture, which involves clearing land for crops and livestock. However, this can lead to deforestation, loss of biodiversity, and environmental degradation. Sustainable practices and agroforestry are being promoted to balance agricultural needs with ecological preservation.
Slash and burn
Tropical rain forests are affected by deforestation worldwide, especially in Indonesia, the Amazon, and Africa.
Slash and burn refers to the agricultural practice of clearing land by cutting down vegetation and burning it before planting crops. It is commonly used in tropical regions for subsistence farming and can have negative environmental impacts such as deforestation and soil degradation.
The biggest threat of tropical deforestation is that of erosion, which leads to desertification. Desertification in tropical areas impacts the water cycle of the entire planet.