• Why do we need alternatives to this kind of agriculture?
Effects of Slash-and-Burn • Positive 1. Makes plenty of land to use for farming. 2. Creates a surplus (extra amount) of food. 3. The food is very nutritious. 4. Easy method of clearing a large amount of land. • Negative 1. Destroys habitat for animals. 2. Releases carbon dioxide (greenhouse gasses) into the atmosphere. 3. Destroys the land for future use. 4. Farmer needs to rotate crops.