Conservation of Wildlife Diversity in Agroforestry Systems in Eastern Himalayan Biodiversity Hotspot

Yashmita-Ulman, .; Singh, Manoj; Kumar, Awadhesh; Sharma, Madhubala

doi:10.1007/s12595-021-00361-x

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“…Agroforestry practices offer the opportunity to establish a diverse range of habitats, promoting the conservation of wild animal species (Moore et al 2016; Yashmita-Ulman et al 2021) [31,55] . Within these agricultural landscapes, the presence of specific tree species plays a pivotal role in providing various ecosystem services that enhance animal diversity, encompassing ~ 180 ~ shelter, sustenance, and pathways for unhindered movement.…”

Section: Faunal Diversitymentioning

confidence: 99%

“…These trees serve as nesting sites for numerous avian species and provide shelter against potential predators. They also facilitate access to breeding territories and ensure a consistent supply of food sources throughout the year (Singh et al 2021b) [47] . Furthermore, they encourage the presence of beneficial species like pollinators (Udawatta et al 2019) [51] , which is essential for both agricultural productivity and the broader ecosystem.…”

Section: Faunal Diversitymentioning

confidence: 99%

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Agrobiodiversity vis-à-vis agroforestry: Cultivating a sustainable future

PA,

Salimath,

Hegde

et al. 2024

Int. J. Res. Agron.

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Highly diverse ecosystems are confronted with persistent challenges including conversion, deforestation, and resource depletion driven by developmental projects, intensified land use, and expanded agricultural practices. Within this context, agricultural biodiversity, known as agrobiodiversity, emerges as a subset of overall biodiversity. Agrobiodiversity encompasses the genetic, species, ecosystem and even landscape diversity that sustains essential structures, functions, and processes in and around production systems. The consequences of losing agrobiodiversity within agroecosystems are profound, leading to ecosystem degradation, resource overexploitation, habitat disruption, and adverse effects. To confront the challenge, a promising solution lies in the adoption of time-tested agroforestry practices. This review article sheds light on the remarkable conservation value of agroforestry systems, characterized by their structural complexity, diverse plant life, and their similarity to natural forest ecosystems. Agroforestry systems play a pivotal role in preserving agrobiodiversity by reducing the need for further deforestation to accommodate agriculture. They also serve as vital habitats and resource reservoirs for native plant and animal species with partial dependence on forests while fostering landscape connectivity through corridors. Furthermore, agroforestry bolsters agrobiodiversity by creating concentrated, high-density zones near trees, due to favorable soil conditions, plant interactions, water resources, and microclimatic features. Therefore, agroforestry is a powerful tool for fostering agrobiodiversity, as it promotes a harmonious coexistence between trees and traditional agricultural elements, thereby enhancing the ecological richness and sustainability of farming systems.

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Section: Faunal Diversitymentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Faunal Diversitymentioning

confidence: 99%

Agrobiodiversity vis-à-vis agroforestry: Cultivating a sustainable future

PA,

Salimath,

Hegde

et al. 2024

Int. J. Res. Agron.

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“…However, in many regions of the world, context-specific agroforestry systems are being practiced or tested as a strategy for achieving the UN-Sustainable Development Goals across the world's production landscapes [125]. Case studies show, for example, the positive impacts of agroforestry serving as safety nets for poor households [126], improving food security and income [127], providing habitat for endangered species in corridors between protected areas [128], guaranteeing ecosystem services such as erosion control [129], and conserving biodiversity [130]. Our case study adds to the literature by confirming these positive effects on humans and the environment in the long-run and under rising temperatures.…”

Section: Agroforestry As a Means To Adapt To And Mitigate Climate Changementioning

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Simulating Agroforestry Adoption in Rural Indonesia: The Potential of Trees on Farms for Livelihoods and Environment

Nöldeke

Winter

Laumonier

et al. 2021

Land

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In recent years, agroforestry has gained increasing attention as an option to simultaneously alleviate poverty, provide ecological benefits, and mitigate climate change. The present study simulates small-scale farmers’ agroforestry adoption decisions to investigate the consequences for livelihoods and the environment over time. To explore the interdependencies between agroforestry adoption, livelihoods, and the environment, an agent-based model adjusted to a case study area in rural Indonesia was implemented. Thereby, the model compares different scenarios, including a climate change scenario. The agroforestry system under investigation consists of an illipe (Shorea stenoptera) rubber (Hevea brasiliensis) mix, which are both locally valued tree species. The simulations reveal that farmers who adopt agroforestry diversify their livelihood portfolio while increasing income. Additionally, the model predicts environmental benefits: enhanced biodiversity and higher carbon sequestration in the landscape. The benefits of agroforestry for livelihoods and nature gain particular importance in the climate change scenario. The results therefore provide policy-makers and practitioners with insights into the dynamic economic and environmental advantages of promoting agroforestry.

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“…ceiba is a major agroforest tree species due to its clear bole and self-pruning habit of branches. It is widely used in the silvi-pastoral system of agroforestry to meet livestock feed requirements (Singh et al, 2021). In agroforestry systems, farmers may prefer tree species with deep and less dense roots and do not compete strongly with agricultural crops for water and nutrients.…”

Section: Introductionmentioning

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Effect of different compost concentrations on the growth yield of Bombax Ceiba (Simal)

Ahmad¹,

Rashid²,

Nawaz³

et al. 2022

NRFHH

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Bombax ceiba is an important agroforestry tree species widely distributed throughout the world. It has been extensively grown and planted for eras in hot and dry regions and high humidity zones of southern Asia. The main objective of this research was to evaluate the growth response of B. ceiba in response to different compost treatments. Different morphological traits (plant height, stem height, root length) and biomass (shoot fresh weight, shoot dry weight, root fresh weight, root dry weight and root/shoot ratio) were measured. Two experiments (pot experiment = seedlings) and (field experiment = saplings) were conducted simultaneously. Different compost treatments: (T0) = (Compost 0% + Soil 0%), (T1) = (Compost 25% + Soil 75%), (T2) = (Compost 50% + Soil 50%), (T3) = (Compost 75% + Soil 25%), (T4) = (Compost 100% + Soil 0%) were applied in the growing media. Results demonstrated that plant growth increased with the increment in compost application. In the pot experiment, B. ceiba exhibited its better growth under 75% of compost application, whereas in the field experiment, 100% compost was helpful for the best production of B. ceiba. Overall, positive effects of compost were observed for the growth of B. ceiba. The plant growth was increased greatly in response to the better content of organic fertilizer, and it was determined that compost enhances soil fertility. It should be implemented as organic fertilizer in agroforestry operations for optimizing plant growth and yield.

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Conservation of Wildlife Diversity in Agroforestry Systems in Eastern Himalayan Biodiversity Hotspot

Cited by 8 publications

References 60 publications

Agrobiodiversity vis-à-vis agroforestry: Cultivating a sustainable future

Agrobiodiversity vis-à-vis agroforestry: Cultivating a sustainable future

Simulating Agroforestry Adoption in Rural Indonesia: The Potential of Trees on Farms for Livelihoods and Environment

Effect of different compost concentrations on the growth yield of <i>Bombax Ceiba</i> (Simal)

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