Rotating crops is the practice of alternating the crops grown on a piece of land to maintain soil health and prevent soil-borne diseases. It can also improve soil fertility and reduce reliance on chemical fertilizers. Synonyms for rotating crops include crop rotation, alternative cropping systems, intercropping, mixed cropping, and diversified farming. Crop rotation is a traditional method of farming that has been used for centuries to maintain soil health and improve yields. Alternative cropping systems involve growing different crops on the same piece of land in a particular sequence. Intercropping refers to growing two or more crops together in the same field. Mixed cropping involves growing more than one crop at the same time in the same field. Diversified farming involves growing a variety of crops and livestock on the same farm to reduce risk and increase income.