Agroforestry in sub-Saharan Africa: A farmer's perspective
Title | Agroforestry in sub-Saharan Africa: A farmer's perspective |
Publication Type | Book |
Year of Publication | 1989 |
Authors | Cook, CC, Grut, M |
Secondary Title | World Bank Technical Paper no. 112 |
Number of Pages | 94 |
Date Published | 1989 |
Publisher | World Bank |
City | Washington, DC |
Language | English |
ISBN | 0-8213-1389-4, 978-0-8213-1389-3 |
Call Number | S494.5.A45C66 1989 |
Keywords | agroforestry; Sub-Saharan Africa |
Abstract | This study reviews agroforestry practices in Sub-Saharan Africa as seen from the farmer's perspective. Agroforestry, broadly defined as the integration of trees and shrubs in farming systems, offers one of the most promising technological options for reversing soil degradation, restoring tree cover, and improving agricultural productivity in Africa. The literature on agroforestry was reviewed in order to identify a limited number of successful experiences for further field study. Seven case studies were then conducted by an interdisciplinary team, covering indigenous and innovative systems found in the highlands of East Africa, the semi-arid zone, and the humid lowlands of West Africa. |
URL | http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/20630167 |
Research Notes | Local system: (OCoLC)20630167 Bibliography note: Includes bibliographical references (p. 63-94) Collection title: CIKARD-Center for Indigenous Knowledge in Agriculture and Rural Development. Department of Anthropology, Iowa State University |
Short Title | Agroforestry in sub-Saharan Africa |