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  CROP DIVERSIFICATION:   Crop diversification refers to the practice of growing a variety of crops on a farm instead of focusing on a single crop. This agricultural strategy aims to enhance the resilience of the farming system by reducing the dependence on a single crop and promoting a more balanced and sustainable approach to agriculture.   BENEFITS OF CROP DIVERSIFICATION:   ● Risk Reduction:   One of the primary benefits of crop diversification is risk reduction. Different crops respond differently to weather conditions, pests, and diseases. By cultivating a variety of crops, farmers can mitigate the impact of adverse weather events or pest outbreaks on their overall yield.                                                                  Picture of maize and beans farm ● Soil Health Improvement:   Growing different crops helps maintain soil health. Different crops have varying nutrient requirements and root structures, reducing the risk of nutrient depletion and promo

  WASTE DISPOSAL AT BUNDA FOREST Picture of Bunda Forest An urgent issue is brewing at the heart of Bunda College of Agriculture, where the once lush forests that bordered the student hostels are slowly succumbing to the invasion of non-biodegradable waste. Amidst the vibrant living space for various flora and fauna, plastic bottles, food wrappers, and other non-decomposable items are transforming the once serene landscape into a garbage-filled eyesore. The intrusive waste has tainted the homes of creatures, affecting their habitats and food sources, causing distress to both the ecosystem and the human inhabitants - the students and staff of the college . Pictures of wastes especially Non-Biodegradable materials  If such practice continues below are various detrimental effects:   ● Soil Contamination : Harmful chemicals from non-biodegradable waste can seep into the      soil, affecting its fertility and hindering plant growth. ● Water Pollution : Rainwater or irrigation runoff c