Hopi Dryland Farming: Growing Corn With Rainfall in the Desert
Provided by: The Kid Should See This |Published on: May 24, 2022
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Synopsis
This video and article investigates the sustainable farming practices of a Hopi dryland farmer growing corn in the Arizona desert using only rainfall.
Dr. Johnson explains howHopi traditional farming practices that are passed down from generation to generation can improve current agricultural practices throughout the United States.
This resource is a great way for students to learn more about the culture of the Hopi people.
It shows how traditional farming practices can provide sustainable food, even in deserts.
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The link for Dr. Michael Kotuwa Johnson is broken.
Differentiation
After watching, consider comparing Dr. Johnson's culturally-based farming practices with the practices of industrial farmers. Help students identify what makes them different and why Dr. Johnson's methods may be more sustainable and beneficial.
History classes could use this resource as part of a unit investigating the history of Indigenous people and the importance of cultural knowledge.
Use this video to introduce topics such as droughts, the effects of climate change on plants, sustainability, and regenerative agriculture in science classes.
Other related resources include this video about the sustainable forestry practices of the Menominee people, this video about Indigenous communities and climate change, and this lesson plan about Indigenous communities and the environment.
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