Forest Management and Agroforestry

Forest Management and Agroforestry

Malcolm Fisher

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ML Books International - IPS
Año de edición:
2016
Materia
La Tierra: historia natural general
ISBN:
9781682862179

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A combination of agriculture and forestry, agroforestry is one of the most effective methods of promoting sustainable land use. This book covers diverse aspects and applications of agroforestry. Topics such as forest ecology, natural resource management and policies, tree breeding, tropical forests, etc. have been discussed extensively in this text. It is a vital tool for all researching or studying ecology, agro-ecology, or associated fields of study, as it gives incredible insights into emerging trends and concepts of agroforestry. This book is a collective contribution of renowned international experts. It is a complete source of knowledge on the present status of this important field.

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