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1. Raised bed:
>Are prepared by dumping soil about 10-15cm above ground level
> They are common in high rainfall areas to prevent water logging
2. Sunken bed:
>They are prepared by excavating the soil in bed area by 10-15 cm deeper than the normal ground level
> It prevents the out flow of water and conserves moisture
3. Level beds:
>Its surface is perfectly flat or has a slight slope
> Stones, wood or a line of bricks are placed at the edges of bed to prevent crumbling in dry season
> Trays and polythene bags can be used. Trays are placed on raised platforms
Anganifelix answered the question on June 18, 2018 at 17:31
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