# Yield Farming

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## Definition

The practice of deploying crypto assets across DeFi protocols to maximise returns — often combining trading fees, lending interest, and governance token emissions. Yield farming strategies range from simple (depositing USDC in Aave) to complex (recursive lending, multi-protocol LP strategies). Higher yields typically indicate higher risk.

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