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LESSON 2
Attributes of an Appropriate Agroforestry System

Intended Learning Outcomes

At the end of the lesson, the learners should be able to:
a) Enumerate the attributes of agroforestry system,
b) Demonstrate the attributes of agroforestry system,
c) explain the desirable characteristics for agroforestry.

The attributes of Agroforestry System work on three premises which,
theoretically, all agroforestry system possesses like as follows:

A. BIOLOGICAL PREMISE

Agroforestry is based on the advantages of the components of soil and
environment.

1. Soil Conservation and
Amelioration

Minimizes or controls soil
erosion, accumulation of litter
that contributes to soil fertility,
windbreaks and protects soil
from excessive evaporation and
the general beneficial effects of
trees in nutrient cycling.
Plate 2: Soil Conservation and
Amelioration

2. Water Conservation

Trees increases soil porosity, increase water retaining capacity
through organs debris and litter.

3. Micro-Climate Amelioration

Trees reduce temperature, air turbulence, solar radiation and
damper environmental situations.

4. Other Benefits

Aesthetic value, food and shelter for wildlife.