Browsing by Subject "Agroforestry"
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Agroforestry for Degraded Landscapes: Recent Advances and Emerging Challenges - Vol. 2.
(Springer Singapore, 2021-01-01)This book presents various aspects of agroforestry research and development, as well as the latest trends in degraded landscape management. Over the last four decades, agroforestry research (particularly on degraded ... -
Decomposition dynamics of leaves of six indigenous fruit trees commonly found on croplands of southern Africa
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2005)Leaf litter decomposition plays a crucial role in the cycling of both nutrients and energy in the tropical croplands. A field experiment was conducted at Botswana College of Agriculture’s Research Farm in 2003 to compare ... -
The design and use of agroforestry systems in Botswana
(University of Edinburgh, 1996)Botswana is a semi-arid country which has 80% of the population living in rural areas and engaged mainly in agriculture. Rural populations in Botswana depend heavily on woodlands for fuelwood, fencing poles, building and ... -
Farmers’ planting and management of indigenous and exotic trees in Botswana: implications for climate change mitigation.
(Business Perspectives [Commercial Publisher], 2015)Natural woodlands provide majority of rural population with energy source, food, building material and fodder for livestock. However, current developments and population growth have exerted enormous pressure on the woodlands ... -
Livelihood benefits and challenges of Acacia decurrens-based agroforestry system in Awi Zone highlands, Northwest Ethiopia.
(Taylor and Francis Ltd, 2024-01-18)Acacia decurrens (hereafter Acacia) agroforestry system has been expanding rapidly in the northwestern highlands of Ethiopia. The agroforestry system provides multiple eco-environmental services; however, there is inadequate ... -
Promoting Bamboo-Based Agroforestry for Enhancing Ecosystem Services from Degraded Lands.
(Springer Singapore, 2021-01-01)Agroforestry innovations on degraded lands have been prioritized for promoting environmental sustainability, advancing food and fodder security, and achieving United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Although neglected ... -
The role and potential of tree growing on farms in the Barolong district – Botswana
(University of Aberdeen, 1992)In the Barolong District the depletion of the woodland resource, upon which households are dependent for fuelwood, poles, fencing material, livestock forage and protection of cropland soil, is a cause for concern. The ...