Mono-cropping

Monocropping is the agricultural practice of growing only one type of crop on a specific piece of land year after year. While it can increase efficiency and simplify farming, it can also lead to issues such as soil exhaustion, decreased biodiversity, and increased vulnerability to pests and diseases. This is because the same crop repeatedly depletes specific nutrients from the soil and creates a uniform environment, making it easier for pests and diseases to spread. To mitigate these problems, farmers often rotate crops or adopt diverse planting strategies.