Arable system intensive rice farming in the Lower Ganges Valley

Where is the Lower Ganges Valley?

- Below the river Ganges

- Mainly in India and Bangladesh

-Large population of Bangladesh live i this valley

Why is rice cultivation in the area considered to be intensive?

- The high population density of the area requires large amounts to be produced

- Labour intensive process, across many smaller plots

Why does the physical environment provide good conditions for rice farming?

- Temps of 21+ C allow two harvests per year

- Rice needs a growing season of only 100 days

- Monsoon rainfall of 2000mm provides enough water to flood the fields, which is necessary for wet rice farming

- Rich living soils have built up

- Seasonal dry season is important for the harvesting process