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A tree is a living symbol of benevolence that deliberately provides benefits to humankind. Trees are tall perennial plants with a well-defined, clear woody trunk with a spreading crown whose …
What is Biodiversity? Biodiversity definition: ‘Bio’ means life, and ‘diversity’ means differentiation or variation in distribution. It refers to the differentiation of lives involving flora and fauna in a particular locality. …
Species Selection in agroforestry system One of the important decisions in agroforestry is the selection of species. In Agroforestry systems, people plant trees for fruit, fodder, fuel, shade, conservation purpose, …
Agroforestry and Social forestry are discussed below- Agroforestry: Agroforestry is any sustainable land-use system that maintains or increases total yields by combining food crops (annuals) with tree crops …
Coppicing In Coppicing, whole tree is cut off close to ground level. Shoots sprout from the residual stump technically referred to as the stool. Removal of the trees leading shoots …
Multipurpose Trees in agroforestry The term “multipurpose tree” refers to all woody perennials that are purposely grown so as to provide more than one significant contribution to the production …
Factors influence in the selection of agroforestry plants In general the factors influence in selection of spices for agroforestry are as follows 1. Site factors.2. Effect on annual crops.3. Purpose …
Characteristics of an ideal tree for an agroforestry system An ideal tree for an agroforestry system should be examined with respect to its Root characteristics. Crown characteristics. …
Classification of agroforestry system (structural, functional, socioeconomic, and ecological) briefly discussed below. Classification of agroforestry system 1. Structural Classification Structural classification is done on the basis of A. Based on …