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The mesoamerican milpa system: Traditional practices, sustainability, biodiversity, and pest control

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Benrey, Betty | Bustos-Segura, Carlos | Grof-Tisza, Patrick

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The Mesoamerican milpa holds great historical and cultural significance. • Integrating multiple crops sustains productivity and soil health. • Complementing traits in milpa crops attract natural enemies, reducing pest pressures. • Milpas plantations yield more food per area than equivalent monocultures. • Integrating traditional practices with modern agriculture may enhance sustainability.

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