Swidden agriculture typically gives yields that are much higher ...

[Yi-Chen]

Swidden agriculture typically gives yields that are much higher than those in developed countries.
 
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Question 2

Is there a connection between population growth and land use? Explain.
 
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[sierrahalpin]

Answer to Question 1

This is the case for swidden agriculture if we refer to energy yield ratios (energy
out/energy in), because most energy input is human labor, but not if we are referring to
actual yields (in t/ha). Mechanized agriculture has far higher yields of foodstuffs per
hectare.

Answer to Question 2

Yes, absolutely. People need homes, They need to eat. Both of these take land.

[Yi-Chen]

Gracias!

[peter]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it