Deforestation

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Desertification

2. Desertification
“The process by which fertile land
becomes desert, typically as a result of
drought, deforestation, or
inappropriate agriculture”.
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3. Causes of Desertification
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i. Overgrazing
ii.Deforestation

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v. Excessive use of fertilizer
vi. Climate change

5. Effects of Desertification
Decrease in crop yield
Hunger
Flooding
Poor water Quality
Over Population
Poverty
Biodiversity Loss
Extinction of Species
Migration
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6. 6
Policy Changes Related to How People
can Farm
Policy Changes to Other Types of Land
Use
Education
Restricting Mining Practices
Putting Together Rehabilitation Efforts

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Reforestation
Sustainable Practices to
Prevent Desertification From
Happening
Technology Advances

8. Forest Conservation
“It is the practice of planning and
maintaining forested areas for the
benefit and sustainability of future
generations”.
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9. 1. Afforestation
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10. 4. Controlled Burn
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11. 5. Regulated and Planned
Cutting of Trees
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