Deforestation - JSS2 Agricultural science Lesson Note

Deforestation, primarily driven by agricultural expansion, entails the clearance of forests for various purposes, including crop cultivation, livestock grazing, and infrastructure development. This widespread practice has profound environmental implications, including habitat loss, fragmentation, and degradation, leading to a decline in biodiversity. Moreover, deforestation contributes to climate change by reducing carbon sequestration potential and altering regional weather patterns. Key drivers of deforestation include the demand for agricultural land, logging activities for timber extraction, and urbanisation pressures. Efforts to address deforestation often involve strategies such as reforestation, agroforestry practices, and policy interventions to promote sustainable land use and forest conservation.