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Agroforestry Benefits

Agroforestry combines agriculture and forestry. It enhances biodiversity and improves soil health. This practice increases crop yields and provides additional income sources. It also helps in carbon sequestration, mitigating climate change. Agroforestry supports sustainable land use. It promotes resilience in farming systems. Farmers benefit from diverse products, such as fruits and timber. Overall, agroforestry contributes to ecological balance and economic stability.

Coconut Plantations and Pacific Atoll Deforestation

Coconut plantations have drastically altered the landscape of Pacific atolls. Recent research marks that over 80% of these...

 December 7, 2024

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