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Title: In many parts of the Amazon Basin, farmers have cut down the tropical rain-fores Post by: colleen on Aug 25, 2012 In many parts of the Amazon Basin, farmers have cut down the tropical rain-forest trees and planted crops. However, the farmers often abandon these croplands after a few years and move on. What are some possible reasons for this?
Title: Re: In many parts of the Amazon Basin, farmers have cut down the tropical rain-fores Post by: duddy on Aug 26, 2012 Soils in the tropical rain forest are very nutrient-poor, in part because the nutrient capital of the forest is tied up in vegetation. Even if the trees are burned to release nutrients, the abundant rains quickly wash the "fertilizer" away.
Title: Re: In many parts of the Amazon Basin, farmers have cut down the tropical rain-fores Post by: colleen on Aug 26, 2012 Thank you ;)
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