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To use a taclla, the farmer stands on the tool and pushes it into the ground with their foot. As they do so, they use their body weight to help turn over the soil, creating a furrow. The farmer then lifts the taclla out of the ground and repeats the process, moving along the field in a rhythmic motion. This labor-intensive process requires great physical effort, but it allows farmers to cultivate the land without the need for expensive equipment or fuel.
: It is primarily used to "fallow" or break up hard ground for crops like potatoes and quinoa. Cultural and Economic Role tacllas
: Small Andean communities still rely on the taclla for subsistence farming. It is celebrated as a symbol of indigenous ingenuity and sustainable agriculture. Historical Significance To use a taclla, the farmer stands on
A long, sturdy wooden pole, usually between 1 to 1.5 meters high. It is celebrated as a symbol of indigenous
