Rice/Fish Farming
Where is it mainly used?
LICs
Give one example of where it is used?
Bangladesh
What are the sides of the system called?
bunds
Why is net used to cover the top?
To stop predators (like birds) from eating the plant and fish
What are the areas called?
paddies
Which organisation made it possible?
FAO
What does FAO stand for?
Farming and Agriculture Organisation
What does interdependence mean?
the state of being dependent upon one another
Give 2 examples of how the system is interdependant?
Any 2 from:
. fish provide nutrients in the water so plant can grow better
. fish get food from eating pests
. plant is protected from pests
Give 3 examples of the benefits this type of farming?
Any 3 from:
. farmer earns more money
. more money in the community
. more job opportunities for local people
. it's sustainable, they can use it for as long as they want to
. increased development