smallholding
[/ˈsmɔːlhəʊldɪŋ/]
nounfemininepl: smallholdings
pequena propriedade agrícola
1. A small farm or piece of agricultural land, typically worked by the owner and producing mainly for subsistence or local sale
He inherited a smallholding in the countryside where he grows vegetables and raises chickens.
Ele herdou uma pequena propriedade agrícola no interior onde cultiva vegetais e cria galinhas.
2. A plot of land held in small quantity, especially for farming purposes
The region is known for its numerous smallholdings rather than large industrial farms.
A região é conhecida por suas numerosas pequenas propriedades em vez de grandes fazendas industriais.
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