Agroforestry
Agroforestry is the growing of both trees and agricultural / horticultural crops on the same piece of land.
Trees on hen ranges are a haven for wildlife
2022-07-27
Briefing investigates the biodiversity benefits that come with planting trees for free range hens.
Planting trees to improve economic returns
2022-07-26
This case study follows farmers Stephen and Lynn Briggs who have integrated trees into their cereal.
Exploring Woodland Creation on Marginal Land
2022-07-26
The site visit in Aberdeenshire explores woodland creation on marginal land.
Farming and Trees Go Hand In Hand
2022-07-26
A woodland could help you more easily diversify your farm business
Examining the impacts of integrating trees into arable fields on pest control and pollination.
2022-07-25
Silvoarable agroforestry – planting trees in arable fields – can improve agricultural productivity
Trees bind soils and protect them against erosion by wind and rain.
Water acquisition, sharing and redistribution by roots: applications to agroforestry systems
2022-07-25
This paper reviews the beneficial and adverse effects of trees and crops on water acquisition
Restoring forests as a means to many ends
2022-07-22
An urgent need to replenish tree canopy cover calls for holistic approaches
Agroforestry for livestock systems
2022-07-21
Benefits and impacts of using an agroforestry system for low-input and organic dairy systems.
Farming with trees: a potential ‘win-win’ for sustainable food production and biodiversity?
2022-07-20
A plain language summary of PhD thesis
The global food system is failing to deliver sufficient and nutritious food to all
Agroforestry at Wakelyns
2022-07-19
Wakelyns is now one of the oldest and most diverse agroforestry systems
Agroforestry Ultimate Guide and Examples
2022-07-19
A more holistic approach that combines trees, plants, and animals.
Agroforestry: Farming for the Future
2022-07-19
Farmer and soil scientist Stephen Briggs describes his reasons for adopting agroforestry
The net carbon sequestered in agroforestry is 11.35 tonnes of carbon per ha