Agroforestry

Systems and Prospects

Inbunden, Engelska, 2014

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The book comprises a total of 26 chapters, with the initial ten delving into traditional agroforestry systems prevalent in various regions of our nation. Homegardens, which feature a multi-tiered structure, represent another example of a traditional agroforestry system commonly found in the northeastern and southern parts of our country. Chapters 11 to 14 focus on contemporary agroforestry models and the mechanism of competitive interaction in agroforestry systems. Chapters 15 to 19 discuss the role of agroforestry in conserving natural resources and nutrient cycling.Trees serve both protective and productive functions. Their canopies shield the soil from the impact of rainfall and wind, while their fine roots help bind soil particles together, thereby protecting the soil from erosion. Trees also recycle leaf and root litter and nutrients, making the system at least semi-sustainable. Certain agroforestry models, such as shelterbelts and windbreaks, help safeguard the environment from dust and sand dunes drifting, while other models like medicinal plant-based systems provide medicinal and other high-value crops. These service-oriented functions of agroforestry are covered in chapters 20 to 23.Tree improvement is a crucial aspect of agroforestry research, helping to develop superior trees for different agroforestry models. The multiplication of propagules and planting materials are equally vital for the development of agroforestry. These matters are elaborated upon in chapters 24 and 25. However, agroforestry systems demand more parameters due to their perennial nature. The last chapter examines economic parameters, such as NPV, IRR, annuity, and sensitivity, in great detail.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2014-01-15
Mått:397 x 229 x 15 mm
Vikt:1 120 g
Format:Inbunden
Språk:Engelska
Antal sidor:594
Förlag:New India Publishing Agency
ISBN:9789381450970

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C. B. Pandey, Formerly: Senior Scientist, Central Agricultural Research Institute, Port Blair, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Presently: Principal Scientist & Head, Central Arid Zone Research Institute, Jodhpur-342 003, Rajasthan, India.O. P. Chaturvedi, ICAR- Central Agroforestry Research Institute, Jhansi 284 003, Uttar Pradesh, India.

Innehållsförteckning

1. Traditional Homegarden Agroforestry: Structural Diversity and Functional Dynamics in Aizawl District of Mizoram, Northeast India - A.R. Barbhuiya and U.K. Sahoo2. Shifting Cultivation in North Eastern Region of India - J.M.S.Tomar, Anup Das, Rajesh Kaushal and O.P. Chaturvedi3. Functional Roles and Services of Traditional Agroforestry Systems in the Sikkim Himalaya - Ghanashyam Sharma, Rita Sharma and Eklabya Sharma4. Traditional Agroforestry Systems on the Garhwal Himalaya - N.P. Todaria and Bhupendra Singh5. Acacia nilotica Based Traditional Agroforestry System in Central India - C.B. Pandey6. Homegarden Agroforestry: Structure and Function in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands - C.B. Pandey and Lalita Singh7. Integrated Farming System for Island Conditions: A Case Study from The Andaman and Nicobar Islands - N. Ravisankar, S.C. Pramanik, S. Jeyakumar, M. Din, S.K. Ambast and R.C.Srivastava8. Agroforestry Practices in Tamil Nadu - M.P. Divya9. Production and Functional Aspects of Agroforestry for Enhancing Livelihood Support in Indian Dry Regions - G. Singh10. Status and Scope of Agroforestry Practices in Bihar - D.K. Das, R.K. Jha, and O.P. Chaturvedi11. Poplar Based Agroforestry Models on Trans-Gangetic Plains of India - R.I.S. Gill, Baljit Singh, K.S. Sangha, G.P.S. Dhillon and Navneet Kaur12. Silvopastoral System in the Andaman Islands - C.B. Pandey13. Alley Cropping System: Traditional and Modified Version for the Humid Tropics - C.B. Pandey14. Mechanism of Competitive Interaction in Agroforestry: A Case Study from An Alley-Cropping System - C.B. Pandey15. Agroforestry Systems for Resource Conservation and Sustainable Agriculture in Arid and Semi-arid Conditions - R.K. Singh, M. Osman and A.K. Parandiyal16. Role of Agroforestry Systems in Biodiversity Conservation: A Case Study from Coffee Based Agroforestry Systems, Karnataka, South India - Sathish, B.N., Kushalappa, C.G., Syam Viswanatha, and S. Raghavendra17. Soil Erosion Control using Different Vegetative Methods on Hilly Terrain of South Andaman - C.B. Pandey and S.K. Chaudhari18. Agroforestry and its Impact on Soil Fertility Improvement in North-east India - M. Datta19. Nutrient Cycling in Homegarden Agroforestry in the Andaman Islands - C.B. Pandey and Lalita Singh20. Agroforestry: An Alternate Landuse for Wasteland Utilization in Central India - S.D. Upadhyaya and Aashutosh Sharma21. Rehabilitation of Degraded Lands through Silvipastoral Systems: A Balanced Approach for Alternative Land use in the North-Western Himalayas - Charan Singh and O.P. Chaturvedi22. Role of Windbreaks/Shelterbelts for Conservation of Natural Resources in Arid Conditions - Rajendra Prasad, R.S. Mertia, and S.K. Dhyani23. Scope and Potential of Medicinal Plants in Agroforestry: An Appraisal - P.S. Thakur and C.L. Thakur24. Tree Improvement in Tamil Nadu - M.P. Divya, R. Jayaramasoundari and N. Chandra Sekaran25. Package and Practices of Mass Production Through Vegetative Propagation and Cultivation of Bamboos - R. Kaushal, S.K. Tewari, R.L. Banik, J.M.S. Tomar and O.P. Chaturvedi26. Economics of Traditional Agroforestry Models in Orissa, India - P.K. Singh and S.M.S. Quli