Dhap Farming Is Providing Food For People In Bangladesh

The farming method of dhap is common in Bangledesh and is about 400 years old. The people of Bangledesh have adapted their farming techniques to the constantly changing water levels. They don't use dirt to farm but rather an invasive aquatic weed. The weed allows for the crop to float, so the food grown is not washed away every time the water levels rise. The gardens rise and fall making life in Bangledesh possible. 

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The creativity and efficiency of the dhap gardens can inspire many different climates to find ways to farm. The part I am most excited for is that soil is not being destroyed from farming and an invasive plant is being used. Slowly, I am seeing more farms turning to environmentally friendly habits and methods. Hopefully, the creativity of the dhap farming will encourage and inspire potential farmers to be more open minded when farming. There are plenty of farming methods to study and use as long as people are willing to try them. 

 

 

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