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Save and Grow Farming Systems Fact Sheet - 9










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    The sixth fact sheet in the Save and Grow series presents the key points of resource-conserving technologies for cereal production, including zero-tillage, retention of crop residues, raised bed planting, crop rotation and the dry-seeding of rice.
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    The third fact sheet in the Save and Grow series presents the key points of the Quezungual Slash-and-Mulch Agroforestry System, or QSMAS in Honduras. The system builds up soil nutrient stocks, and produces maize yields double those of traditional shifting cultivation.It reduces the time needed for land preparation, prevents soil erosion, and improves the supply and quality of water for downstream consumers. Many ‘slash-and-mulch’ farmers have diversified production, primarily into home ga rdens and livestock. The system enhances ecosystem services, including carbon sequestration, and reduces methane emissions.
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    The first fact sheet in the Save and Grow series presents the key points of the 'push-pull' integrated crop/livestock production system.

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