Trees Outside Forests: India’s Agroforestry Potential and TOF Cover
Why in the news
A report for the TREESCAPES congress says four high-growth industries could unlock TOF’s potential.
Key facts
- TOF includes agroforestry, farm-boundary trees and trees on private, community and urban land.
- Species: mango, neem, babool, coconut, palash, teak, ber, eucalyptus, rubber, katha.
- These species are about 40% of rural trees.
Benefits
- Less pressure on natural forests.
- Better farm productivity and rural income.
- Carbon sequestration, climate regulation, clean air and water, biodiversity habitat.
Exam angle
- Event: TREESCAPES, first South Asian congress of its kind.