________ cultivation is found in thinly populated areas.
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Solution
Extensive cultivation/ farming:
It is a method that uses small inputs of labor, fertilizers, and capital compared to the large area of farmland used.
Sheep and cattle are raised in an area with low agricultural productivity whereas, large production of wheat, barley, and other grain crops is done in areas with high agricultural productivity.
The requirement for rainfall is lower compared to intensive farming.
Labor per unit area requirement is reduced hence efficiency is increased.
Improvement in animal welfare is also seen.
Lower requirements of fertilizers.
The local area and soil are not damaged due to the overuse of fertilizers.
Final Answer: Extensive cultivation is found in thinly populated areas