Tag Archives: Agriculture

Water Stress Defined

Water stress means that water demand exceeds the available supply during a given period, or that water is too polluted or saline to be usable, so human and ecological needs cannot be met adequately. It is a broader concept than … Continue reading

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Surplus Production : Critical Factor in Urban Development

Surplus production refers to the generation of goods—typically agricultural or material—beyond what is required for immediate consumption or subsistence. It is a foundational concept in economic geography and urban development theory, serving as the economic base that enabled the rise of cities and … Continue reading

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Factors Affecting the Size and Spacing of Rural Settlements

The size and spacing of rural settlements are influenced by multiple interrelated factors mainly involving physical, agricultural, demographic, and historical aspects. There are mainly two types of spacing – Spacing amongst the different settlements and spacing inside the settlements. Spacing … Continue reading

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