Question

In which of the countries, the 'slash and burn' agriculture is known as 'Roca'?

• A. Brazil
• B. Indonesia
• C. Central Africa
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is A Brazil

In ‘slash and burn’ agriculture farmers clear a patch of land and produce cereals and other food crops to sustain their family. When the soil fertility decreases, the farmers shift and clear a fresh patch of land for cultivation.

The ‘slash and burn’ agriculture is known as ‘Milpa’ in Mexico and Central America, ‘Conuco’ in Venzuela, ‘Roca’ in Brazil, ‘Masole’ in Central Africa, ‘Ladang’ in Indonesia, ‘Ray’ in Vietnam.