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staking yams in traditional agroforestry systems, especially in Sekesua-Osonson
PLEC demonstration site and other areas occupied by migrant Krobo farmers,
appears to be a sound practice that serves the purpose of supporting food
production while maintaining biodiversity and providing soil cover.
Conclusion
Agrodiversity, including diversification by beekeeping and by raising of snails,
the grasscutter, and yams, especially if carried out on a commercial scale within
conserved forests, holds considerable prospects of enhancing rural livelihoods
while conserving the natural flora. It therefore deserves encouragement in the
rural development strategy.
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