The Beauty and Benefits of Agroforestry
Agroforestry combines agriculture and forestry technologies to create more integrated, diverse, and productive landscapes. By incorporating shrubs and trees into crop and animal farming systems, it boosts productivity, resource efficiency, and biodiversity.
Key Techniques
- Alley Cropping: Growing crops between rows of trees to improve soil health and yield.
- Silvopasture: Integrating trees, livestock, and forage to enhance animal health and pasture productivity.
- Windbreaks: Planting rows of trees to protect crops and soil from wind erosion.
Embracing agroforestry not only enhances ecological harmony but also supports farmers in achieving sustainable, climate-resilient operations.