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A major reason for encouraging afforestation in arid regions of West Africa is to

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WAEC 2023

A major reason for encouraging afforestation in arid regions of West Africa is to

  • A. serve as forest reserve for wildlife conservation
  • B. serve as windbreak to check desert encroachment
  • C. increase timber production for export
  • D. provide shade for crops sin taungya farming
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Correct Answer: Option B
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Encouraging afforestation in arid regions of West Africa is primarily done to serve as a windbreak and check desert encroachment mitigating the impact of desertification and protecting fertile lands from wind erosion.

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