Name: Maintaining Terrace Earthworks So That Your Garden Lasts Forever
Uploaded: 2023-03-27T17:40:10+00:00
Duration: 11 min 48 s
Description: Terrace farming is an ancient practice. There is new evidence that long-gone civilizations used terrace earthworks to feed thousands. Including the desert city of Petra, in present-day Jordan, as far

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Terrace farming is an ancient practice. There is new evidence that long-gone civilizations used terrace earthworks to feed thousands.

Including the desert city of Petra, in present-day Jordan, as far back as 2,000 years ago. Terrace farming across Asia makes mountainous parts more productive.

Most terrace systems use low, flat ridge shelves that increase useable growing space. While you may build modern earthworks with heavy equipment, the maintenance is low-carbon.

Seasonal terrace maintenance is easy when you do it. The key is to prevent the pooling of water near the earthworks bund. And to encourage the growth of vegetative strips.

Earthworks construction is a worthwhile investment in permaculture design and organic gardening. You'll get more from your growing space, harvest rainwater, and reduce erosion.