51.5.1.b. Land Grading

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is land grading?

   Hint

   Think about how the surface of the land is altered.

2. 2.

   Why is it important to prevent waterlogging?

   Hint

   Consider what happens to roots when they are oversaturated.

3. 3.

   What is the main purpose of land grading?

   • Improve aesthetic appeal
   • Enhance drainage
   • Increase soil acidity

   Hint

   Think about what grading does to the surface of the land.

4. 4.

   True or False: Land grading can prevent waterlogging.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the outcomes of improving drainage.

5. 5.

   Propose an innovative land grading strategy for a farm facing waterlogging during heavy rains.

   Hint

   Consider how contours shape land to manage water flow.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the environmental trade-offs involved in intensive land grading.

   Hint

   Think about short-term gains versus long-term sustainability.