Planting the same crop year after year:
A) increases damage by insects and disease.
B) decreases soil erosion.
C) does not deplete essential nutrients from the soil.
D) will slowly increase crop yields.
E) is a new and innovative agricultural practice.

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Planting the same crop year after year increases the buildup of pests and diseases that target that particular crop, leading to higher damage and reduced yields. This is known as monoculture, and it is not a sustainable agricultural practice.

Planting the Same Crop Year After Year