What are the disadvantages of open field system of farming in western Europe?

      

Discuss the disadvantages of open field system of farming in western Europe.

  

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John
1. Cart tracks and paths led to wastage of land

2. Under-utilisation of land as it was left fallow

3. The practice of ploughung fields and leaving them fallow wasted time and labour

4. Farmers were forced to slaughter their animals in autumn and salt the meat for future use due to lack of hay in winter

5. The common grazing grounds for livestock led to spread of diseases

6. Pieces of land for individuals and families were scattered all over, hence forcing families to travel long distances to
reach their fields
johnmulu answered the question on February 6, 2017 at 13:40


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