How is permaculture fanning different from conventional chemical farming? 1. Permaculture farming discourages monocultural practices but in conventional chemical farming, monoculture practices are predominant. 2. Conventional chemical farming can cause in

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How is permaculture fanning different from conventional chemical farming?
1. Permaculture farming discourages monocultural practices but in conventional chemical farming, monoculture practices are pre¬dominant.
2. Conventional chemical farming can cause increase in soil salinity but the occurrence of such phenomenon is not observed in permaculture farming.
3. Conventional chemical farming is easily possible in semi-arid regions but permaculture farming is not so easily possible in such regions.
4. Practice of mulching is very important in permaculture farming but not necessarily so in conventional chemical farming.
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Permaculture farming discourages monocultural practices as it promotes the diversity of crops in a farm which helps to improve soil fertility and prevent pest outbreaks. On the other hand, conventional chemical farming often relies on monoculture practices that can lead to soil depletion, loss of biodiversity, and pest outbreaks.

Conventional chemical farming can cause an increase in soil salinity due to the overuse of chemical fertilizers and irrigation, which can lead to soil degradation and reduced crop yields. Permaculture farming, on the other hand, emphasizes the use of natural fertilizers and conservation of water resources, which helps to prevent soil salinization.

Conventional chemical farming can be practiced in semi-arid regions using irrigation and chemical fertilizers to enhance crop productivity. Permaculture farming, however, requires careful water management and soil conservation practices that may not be easily feasible in semi-arid regions.

Mulching is an essential practice in permaculture farming, as it helps to conserve soil moisture, suppress weeds, and enhance soil fertility by adding organic matter. In conventional chemical farming, mulching may not be as important as the focus is more on the use of chemical fertilizers to enhance crop productivity.