Question

Which of the following is a disadvantage of rain forest agroforestry compared to slash-and-burn farming methods?(1 point)

increased start-up costs

decreased shade for crops

prevention of soil erosion

faster rates of deforestation

Answer 1

Increased start-up costs.

Agroforestry requires planting and managing trees and perennial systems, so initial investment and labor are higher than the low-cost, quick-clear slash-and-burn approach.