Question

coffee trees grown in the shade of taller forest trees produce fewer coffee beans than trees grown on cleared forestland. however, unlike coffee grown in full sun, shade - grown coffee preserves some habitat for forest birds and other organisms. what is one advantage of growing coffee in the shade? a. it harms the environment. b. it helps maintain forest biodiversity. c. it provides farmers with greater profits. d. it costs more than other growing methods.

Explanation:

The text states that shade - grown coffee preserves some habitat for forest birds and other organisms. This indicates it helps maintain biodiversity.

Answer:

B. It helps maintain forest biodiversity.