Written by Raj Kumar, this hardcover book is a thorough and accessible guide to agroforestry — the practice of growing trees alongside agricultural crops on the same land. Whether you're a student, educator, researcher, or land-use professional, this book gives you the foundational and applied knowledge to understand how integrated land management works in practice. It also makes a thoughtful gift for anyone working in environmental science, agriculture, or sustainability.
📖 What's Inside
- 🌳 Integrated Land Use: Explores how trees and crops can be grown together to support both productivity and ecological health.
- 🌍 Ecosystem Services: Covers the wide-ranging environmental benefits of agroforestry, from carbon sequestration to biodiversity support.
- ☁️ Climate Change & Sustainability: Examines how agroforestry systems contribute to climate resilience and long-term land health.
- 🏭 Industrialisation & Engineering: Addresses modern applications including industrialisation, engineering approaches, and systems design.
- 📋 Policy & Planning: Reviews agroforestry programmes, land-use policies, and planning frameworks at national and international levels.
- 🌱 Tree Improvement & Management: Practical guidance on planning, designing, and managing agroforestry systems effectively.
- 📚 Reference-Ready Format: Written in clear, straightforward language — suitable as both a teaching resource and a professional reference.
✅ Benefits
- 💡 Builds a solid understanding of both the theory and real-world practice of agroforestry.
- 🎓 Ideal for students and teachers in agriculture, environmental science, climate science, and land-use planning.
- 🌿 Supports sustainable thinking and environmentally conscious land management decisions.
- 🎁 A meaningful, educational gift for professionals and academics in the sustainability and environmental sectors.
- 🔖 Serves as a long-term reference for stakeholders involved in agroforestry development and policy.
📐 Product Specifications
- Author: Raj Kumar
- Format: Hardcover
- Number of Pages: 204
- Dimensions: 0.5 x 9.21 x 6.14 inches
- Publication Date: January 1, 2020
- Subject Areas: Agriculture, Environmental Science, Climate Science, Land Use Systems, Policy Planning
If you're looking for a reliable, well-structured resource on sustainable land use, Agroforestry: A Sustainable Land Use System belongs on your shelf — add your copy today.