By Amitava Chandra
The village Khonama at Nagaland in India. The soil erosion in difficult terrain like this not only causes jeopardy on the geographical contour of the region but also adversely affects the living-world of the surrounding locality. The step-cultivation is one of the most effective, known means for agriculture in hilly regions. This ancient technique results in the production of food for sustainable living and stops the devastating effects of continuous erosion.
