About the Book: Agroforestry: Systems and Prospects
The book includes total 26 chapters; the first 10 chapters describe traditional
agroforestry systems found in different parts of our country. Homegardens,
having a multi-tire in structure, are another example of traditional
agroforestry system found generally in northeast and southern part of our
country. Chapters 11 to 14 deal with some modern agroforestry models, and
mechanism of competitive interaction in found in agroforestry systems. Chapter
15 to 19 describes nutrient cycling and natural growth resources conservation by
agroforestry systems. Tree has both protective as well as productive role. Tree
canopies protect soils from rain beating and wind blowing whereas fine roots
bind