Monoculture

Monoculture is an agricultural practice where a single crop is grown extensively over a large area. While it can increase efficiency and yield for that specific crop, it often reduces biodiversity and can make the entire system vulnerable to pests, diseases, or changing weather conditions. This reliance on one crop can lead to soil depletion and increase the need for chemical inputs like fertilizers and pesticides. In essence, monoculture is like betting everything on one card—effective in the short term but risky in the long run if conditions change unexpectedly.