Exotic or unconventional desert reversal practices refer to innovative and often surprising methods used to combat desertification and restore arid lands to their former, more fertile states. One such method is the use of biochar, a type of charcoal that is rich in carbon and can improve soil fertility and water retention when mixed with desert soil. Another unconventional practice is the use of sand-binding plants, such as the saxaul tree in China's Kubuqi Desert, which can stabilize sand dunes and create conditions for other plants to grow; also employing cover-crops over large swaths of land to rebuild topsoil and increase sub-surface moisture retention. There's also the innovative technique of cloud seeding, where substances are released into the air to stimulate rainfall. Furthermore, the ancient practice of creating terraces on slopes to prevent soil erosion and capture water has been revived in some regions. These unconventional practices, while varied in their approach, all aim to reverse desertification and restore life to desert landscapes.