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Which crops can be grown on arable land in Tibet near the Kunlun Mountains?
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In the areas of Tibet near the Kunlun Mountains, agriculture is limited by extreme climatic and topographic conditions, with pastoralism serving as the primary economic base. Where irrigation allows for crop farming, the majority of arable land is dedicated to high-yielding strains of the following crops:1
- Wheat1
- Barley1
- Peas1
- Potatoes1
- Rapeseed1
While these represent the primary crops on arable land in the region, broader agricultural practices in Tibet also include the cultivation of corn (maize), pulses (legumes), millet, buckwheat, beans, hemp, and mustard. Additionally, the cultivation of fruits, vegetables, and flowers in greenhouse facilities has become an increasingly important practice in the region.2