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Agroforestry

Definition

Agriculture incorporating the planting or conservation of trees.

Source

Glossary. "Plan Vivo Standard 2012 Draft for Consultation". 2012

Alternative definition

In dispersed interplanting, trees are grown alongside crops, usually in rows in between plots, to provide nutrient and organic matter for the soil, as well as shade for crops. In addition to improving crop productions, trees also provide fuelwood, building poles or fodder.

Alternative source

Terminology(A10.1)/CPAM, FAO, 2015.