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A farmer who made use of the Zaï technique to harvest cabbage. Photo credit - PlantVillage

THE ZAÏ TECHNIQUE: AN AGRICULTURAL ALTERNATIVE FOR ADAPTING TO SCARCE RAINFALL

Introduction The “Zaï” or “Tassa” technique is a traditional method used in certain regions of Africa to improve water retention and soil fertility in drylands or semi-arid areas. This technique is particularly common in countries such as Burkina Faso and Niger. In view of the advantages it offers, this technique

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