Agroecology

Question 1

What is agroecology?

Answer 1

Agroecology is a farming practice that learns from nature and enhances natural system, minimising synthetic inputs to produce healthy food. It is a sustainable farming practice that works with nature

Question 2

What is ecology?

Answer 2

The study of the relationships between plants, animals, people and their environment

Question 3

What farming practice aims does agroecokogy promote?

Answer 3

Mitigate climate change- reducing emissions, recycling resources and prioritising local supply chains.
Works with wildlife- managing the impact of farming on wildlife.
Put farmers and communities in the drivers seat- gives power to approaches led by local people and adapt agricultural techniques to suit the local area