Thesaurus of Sustainability

What is horizontal farming?

Although any form of agriculture that is not carried out vertically (vertical farming) is called horizontal, the term has prevailed to be used in hydroponics. Hydroponics is the cultivation of […]

What is aeroponic farming?

It is a soilless cultivation system (a type of hydroponic system) in which the plants are cultivated without a growing medium (no substrate). The roots of the plants are suspended […]

Agroecology is an integrated practice that focuses on the interactions between plants, animals, the environment, and the community (farmers). Agroecological systems have a high diversity. The practices are adapted to […]

What is Contour farming?

In Contour farming, the farmer takes advantage of the natural slopes and applies tillage and planting parallel to the hill’s contours. This practice is widely used in vineyards cultivated in […]

What is Terrace farming?

In Terrace farming, the farmer uses terraces or steps (nearly leveled platforms) created into the slopes of hills or mountainous areas to facilitate the easier vertical growth of the plants […]

What is biodynamic farming?

Biodynamic farming is a philosophy according to, which humans should treat farmland as a living system and not a factory. The biodynamic philosophy has been criticized for containing no-scientific theories […]

What is rainfed farming or crops?

Rainfed systems or rainfed crops are the ones that rely entirely on rainfalls to cover their water needs. These include both annual crops and permanent/perennial crops (like trees). Rainfed farming […]

What is horticulture?

Horticulture is the application science of fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and ornamental plant production. Although the word contains the Latin “horti-” meaning garden, it also refers to profit crop management. […]

What are the raised beds in small-scale farming?

Raised beds are a gardening technique where the soil is raised off the ground and framed with some material. Those concerned can use wood, concrete, stone, and plastic. They can […]

What are biopesticides?

Biopesticides are an eco-friendly type of pesticides that consist of or are created from natural materials (e.g., plants, animals, bacteria, and certain minerals). There are 3 major categories of biopesticides: […]