
Alex Gerard
Restoring the natural balance by breaking it up!
Over 94% of African agriculture depends on rainfall, yet most farming only uses the top 200 mm of soil, overlooking the compacted hardpan layer beneath. Deep Bed Farming (DBF), developed in Malawi, addresses this by breaking the hardpan to boost water retention, soil health, and yields—doubling production from the first season while regenerating ecosystems

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