Helioculture

/ˌhiːlioʊˈkʌltʃər/ noun

Definition

The cultivation or farming of plants using methods specifically designed to maximize sunlight exposure and solar energy utilization.

Etymology

From helio- (sun) plus Latin 'cultura' (cultivation or farming), naming an agricultural approach centered on harnessing solar power.

Kelly Says

Helioculture is basically ancient farming technique—humans have been positioning crops to catch the most sun since agriculture began, it's just a fancy word for common sense!

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