Question

Approximately 80% of the population on madagascar consists of subsistence farmers who use a slash and burn technique called ________ to clear forests.

Answer 1

Approximately 80% of the population on Madagascar consists of subsistence farmers who use a slash and burn technique called Tavy to clear forests. This traditional Malagasy farming method Taly is used to clear forest for farming land. The method involves setting vegetation alight after being cut down, creating potential land for rice cultivations.