The key concept of the given section. The six ways to reduce topsoil erosion. The meaning of no-till farming and its advantages the meaning of hydroponics. The difference between organic fertilizers, animal manure, green manure, and compost. The meaning of biochar and crop rotation. The way in which crop rotation has helped in restoring the fertility of topsoil. Some ways to prevent and clean up soil salinization. The way in which desertification can be reduced. The way in which meat production and consumption can become sustainable. The three ways to make sustainable aquaculture. The advantages and disadvantages of organic agriculture. The four important components of a sustainable food production system. The advantages of depending upon perennial crops and organic polyculture. The research of David Tilman on the importance of organic polyculture. The five strategies that could facilitate farmers and consumers to move to sustainable food production. The three important ways in which consumer can promote sustainable food production.
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