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Which crops are grown at different levels in Omanās three-tiered farming system?
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Omanās traditional falaj irrigation system utilizes a three-tiered farming approach, where crops are cultivated at different heights within the same plot to maximize space and resources. The levels are organized as follows:1
- Upper level: Date palms.1
- Middle level: Lime, banana, or mango trees.1
- Ground level: Alfalfa (lucerne), wheat, and sorghum.1