How can small-scale farmers benefit from agroforestry techniques
Exploring the advantages of integrating trees on farms for small-scale farmers.
- Diverse income streams: Agroforestry allows small-scale farmers to earn from different sources such as crops, trees, and livestock.
- Soil improvement: Trees in agroforestry systems help in soil health by preventing erosion and increasing soil fertility.
- Nutrient cycling: Trees fix nitrogen in the soil, enhancing nutrient cycling and reducing the need for chemical fertilizers.
- Climate resilience: Agroforestry can provide resilience against climate change by offering shade, wind protection, and reducing water runoff.
- Biodiversity preservation: Introducing trees on farms increases biodiversity and provides habitats for wildlife, benefiting the ecosystem.
- Carbon sequestration: Trees in agroforestry systems help in trapping carbon dioxide, contributing to mitigating climate change.
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