Ploughing loosens the soil facilitating good ventilation and water supply, while also destroying weeds and boosting microbial activity. As a prerequisite for a good harvest, traditional farmers embarked upon this activity with the utmost care and respect. Watch the video to learn more about the fascinating history of the use and design of the deceptively simple plough – a vital instrument that was central to the lives of Sri Lanka’s traditional farmers. Dilmah Conservation brings you Our Agricultural Traditions, a beautiful video narrative series examining the rich agricultural heritage of our island home that exemplifies the interconnectedness of nature and human life, with renowned folklore researcher Mahinda Kumar Dalupotha. To learn more about Sri Lanka’s fascinating agricultural heritage visit our One Earth Arboretum website at https://bit.ly/2X7xY8F
