Module 3 – Cropping Systems: Rotation, Intercropping & Conservation Agriculture
Overview:
This module examines the design of cropping systems that balance productivity, pest suppression, and soil improvement. Learners will practice planning crop rotations, integrating legumes, and implementing conservation agriculture methods.
Video Introduction to Module 3: Shepherds of the Soil 2: Smallholder Conservation Agriculture in South Africa
An inspiring documentary-style video that showcases smallholder farmers in South Africa practicing conservation agriculture, with visual examples of intercropping, soil cover, and low‑till systems.
Key Skills:
Plan crop rotations to enhance soil health and manage pests.
Select intercropping combinations for yield stability.
Apply agroforestry principles in high-value crop systems.
Assignments:
Organic Agriculture Training Manual – intercropping, rotation, and mulching. Link here
Farming God’s Way Vegetable Guide – vegetable rotation strategies. Link here
Malawi CSA Handbook – pp. 30–35 (conservation agriculture, agroforestry, suitable species). Download here
Complete Module Quiz. (below)
