Climate-smart agroforestry systems and practices: A systematic review of what works, what doesn't work, and why

Ntawuruhunga, Donatien; Ngowi, Edwin Estomii; Mangi, Halima Omari; Salanga, Raymond John; Shikuku, Kelvin Mashisia

doi:10.1016/j.forpol.2023.102937

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“…Together, these studies underscore the significance of sustainable land management practices, such as silvopastoral systems, in promoting biodiversity and ecological resilience across various ecosystems. [30,45,36] . Here is how agroforestry aligns with key SDGs: Agroforestry projects can empower women by involving them in decision-making processes, providing them with access to resources, and creating opportunities for income generation, contributing to SDG 5 on gender equality.…”

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“…Fig 8: Biodiversity levels in SPS (Source: Gorlierand Vacchiano 2012) Agroforestry for Sustainable Development Goals in Agrobiodiversity Conservation Exploring the crucial role of agroforestry in agrobiodiversity conservation demands a recognition of the significant contribution this practice makes to achieving various Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Agroforestry stands as a multifaceted solution that not only preserves biodiversity within agroecosystems but also aligns with broader global development objectives) (Montagnini and Metzel 2017; Sharma et al 2022; Ntawuruhunga et al 2023)[30,45,36] . Here is how agroforestry aligns with key SDGs: 1.…”

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

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Hegde

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

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Hegde

et al. 2024

Int. J. Res. Agron.

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“…This allocation raises concerns over its potential counterproductivity in relation to the overarching objective of alleviating global food scarcity. According to Ntawuruhunga et al (2023), the integration of biomass production from trees and food cultivation on the same site holds potential as an agroforestry approach to provide a sustainable energy future without compromising food production capacities. The Land Equivalent Ratio (LER) is a valuable metric for evaluating the comparison between polycultures, which consist of mixed species, and individual crops.…”

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“…Agroforestry demonstrates a greater capacity for biodiversity conservation in comparison to conventional and organic monocultures. The inclusion of trees, bushes, and other permanent vegetation within an agricultural landscape has been found to enhance wildlife habitat, resulting in increased abundance and higher diversity of wildlife populations (Ntawuruhunga et al, 2023). In addition to possessing inherent worth, biodiversity has the potential to offer valuable services.…”

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“…Previous studies have demonstrated that certain agroforestry systems, like silvopasture, exhibit economic viability and generate profits. However, other practices such as biomass plantings or riparian buffers may require the establishment of markets that provide compensation for the ecosystem services, they offer in order to be financially feasible (Mosquera-Losada et al, 2023;Ntawuruhunga et al, 2023). Additionally, the process of social change and networking will also be influential as attitudes shift to embrace alternative approaches (Annosi et al, 2022).…”

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A review of agroforestry as a sustainable and resilient agriculture

Raihan

2023

JASE

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The agricultural sector is confronted with the formidable challenge of providing sustenance for a global population of 9 billion individuals by the year 2050, all the while mitigating adverse ecological and societal impacts. An attempt to address this difficulty has been made through the implementation of organic farming practices, which have yielded predominantly favorable results. Nevertheless, there are still certain obstacles that need to be addressed. Organic agricultural practices exhibit lower yields compared to conventional methods, while concerns persist regarding greenhouse gas emissions and fertilizer leaching. This paper provides an overview of existing organic and conventional agriculture systems and proposes that agroforestry, a deliberate integration of trees and shrubs with crops or livestock, may represent a promising avenue for advancing sustainable agriculture. Agroforestry possesses the capacity to sustain productivity and concurrently provide many ecosystem services through the use of nature-inspired methods. This study presents an overview of the prevalent methods and products associated with agroforestry, while also highlighting the positive environmental and social impacts it brings about. The present study aims to examine the obstacles encountered in the implementation of agroforestry practices and to suggest potential strategies for policy modification that could enhance the uptake of such practices among farmers. The findings of this review study indicate that agroforestry emerges as a very effective land use strategy for addressing both food security and environmental degradation concerns.

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Leveraging Agroforestry Principles for Nature-Based Climate-Smart Solutions for Coconut Cultivation

Atapattu,

Udumann

2024

Handbook of Nature-Based Solutions to Mitigation and Adaptation to Climate Change

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Climate-smart agroforestry systems and practices: A systematic review of what works, what doesn't work, and why

Cited by 39 publications

References 70 publications

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

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

A review of agroforestry as a sustainable and resilient agriculture

Leveraging Agroforestry Principles for Nature-Based Climate-Smart Solutions for Coconut Cultivation

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