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Realising REDD+

Author : Arild Angelsen
Publisher : CIFOR
ISBN 13 : 6028693030
Total Pages : 390 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (286 download)

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Download or read book Realising REDD+ written by Arild Angelsen and published by CIFOR. This book was released on 2009-01-01 with total page 390 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: REDD+ must be transformational. REDD+ requires broad institutional and governance reforms, such as tenure, decentralisation, and corruption control. These reforms will enable departures from business as usual, and involve communities and forest users in making and implementing policies that a ect them. Policies must go beyond forestry. REDD+ strategies must include policies outside the forestry sector narrowly de ned, such as agriculture and energy, and better coordinate across sectors to deal with non-forest drivers of deforestation and degradation. Performance-based payments are key, yet limited. Payments based on performance directly incentivise and compensate forest owners and users. But schemes such as payments for environmental services (PES) depend on conditions, such as secure tenure, solid carbon data and transparent governance, that are often lacking and take time to change. This constraint reinforces the need for broad institutional and policy reforms. We must learn from the past. Many approaches to REDD+ now being considered are similar to previous e orts to conserve and better manage forests, often with limited success. Taking on board lessons learned from past experience will improve the prospects of REDD+ e ectiveness. National circumstances and uncertainty must be factored in. Di erent country contexts will create a variety of REDD+ models with di erent institutional and policy mixes. Uncertainties about the shape of the future global REDD+ system, national readiness and political consensus require exibility and a phased approach to REDD+ implementation.

Forest Ecosystems

Author : Juan A. Blanco
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN 13 : 9535102028
Total Pages : 484 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (351 download)

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Book Synopsis Forest Ecosystems by : Juan A. Blanco

Download or read book Forest Ecosystems written by Juan A. Blanco and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2012-03-07 with total page 484 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The common idea for many people is that forests are just a collection of trees. However, they are much more than that. They are a complex, functional system of interacting and often interdependent biological, physical, and chemical components, the biological part of which has evolved to perpetuate itself. This complexity produces combinations of climate, soils, trees and plant species unique to each site, resulting in hundreds of different forest types around the world. Logically, trees are an important component for the research in forest ecosystems, but the wide variety of other life forms and abiotic components in most forests means that other elements, such as wildlife or soil nutrients, should also be the focal point in ecological studies and management plans to be carried out in forest ecosystems. In this book, the readers can find the latest research related to forest ecosystems but with a different twist. The research described here is not just on trees and is focused on the other components, structures and functions that are usually overshadowed by the focus on trees, but are equally important to maintain the diversity, function and services provided by forests. The first section of this book explores the structure and biodiversity of forest ecosystems, whereas the second section reviews the research done on ecosystem structure and functioning. The third and last section explores the issues related to forest management as an ecosystem-level activity, all of them from the perspective of the "other" parts of a forest.

Agroforestry: Realities, Possibilities and Potentials

Author : H.L. Gholz
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 9789024735907
Total Pages : 254 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (359 download)

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Download or read book Agroforestry: Realities, Possibilities and Potentials written by H.L. Gholz and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 1987-08-31 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Agroforestry

Author : Jagdish Chander Dagar
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 9811076502
Total Pages : 869 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (11 download)

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Download or read book Agroforestry written by Jagdish Chander Dagar and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-04-06 with total page 869 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Agroforestry (AF) is a dynamic, ecologically based, natural resources management system that, by integrating trees on farms, ranches, and in other landscapes, diversifies and increases production and promotes social, economic, and environmental benefits for land users. Further, it is receiving increasing attention as a sustainable land-management option worldwide because of its ecological, economic, and social attributes. Advances have been achieved by building on past research accomplishments and expanding AF’s stakeholder base, which now includes private/public partnerships, communities, ecologists, farmers, indigenous peoples, and policymakers in both temperate and tropical countries. AF has now been recognized as a valuable problem-solving approach to ensuring food security and rebuilding resilient rural environments. Recent studies have shown that more than 1 billion hectares of agricultural land have more than 10% tree cover. Of this area, 160 million hectares have more than 50% tree cover. Agricultural ecosystems can be further improved through AF to achieve environmental restoration, greater farm productivity, and key ecological services, including climate change mitigation and adaptation for improved rural livelihood. In fact, it is largely considered synonymous with climate smart agriculture and a remedy for many modern environmental challenges. Consequently, AF’s knowledge base is being expanded at a rapid rate, as illustrated by the increasing number and quality of scientific publications on various forms and different aspects of AF. This book offers state-of-the-art information on the fundamental concepts and history of AF and its evolution as a science, presenting a wealth of advanced research results and evaluations relating to different aspects of AF. Accordingly, it will be useful for a broad readership, including students, foresters, farmers, local communities, indigenous peoples, civil society institutions, media, policymakers and the general public.

Ecological Basis of Agroforestry

Author : Daizy Rani Batish
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1420043366
Total Pages : 400 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (2 download)

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Book Synopsis Ecological Basis of Agroforestry by : Daizy Rani Batish

Download or read book Ecological Basis of Agroforestry written by Daizy Rani Batish and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2007-11-15 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Faced with the growing problems of climate change, ecosystem degradation, declining agricultural productivity, and uncertain food security, modern agricultural scientists look for potential relief in an ancient practice. Agroforestry, if properly designed, can mitigate greenhouse effects, maintain ecosystem health and biodiversity, provide food sec

Agroforestry Guides for Pacific Islands

Author : Craig R. Elevitch
Publisher : PAR
ISBN 13 : 0970254407
Total Pages : 249 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (72 download)

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Download or read book Agroforestry Guides for Pacific Islands written by Craig R. Elevitch and published by PAR. This book was released on 2000 with total page 249 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Agroforestry Theory and Practices

Author : A.J. Raj
Publisher : Scientific Publishers
ISBN 13 : 938610296X
Total Pages : 964 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (861 download)

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Download or read book Agroforestry Theory and Practices written by A.J. Raj and published by Scientific Publishers. This book was released on 2014-01-01 with total page 964 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This textbook is one of the finest books on agroforestry that offers a global review of the approaches, tools and technologies, research innovations and real-world practices in agroforestry. The book offers a comprehensive guide to basic principles, techniques and applications, integrative strategies, economic and environmental concerns, and future trends in agroforestry in different regions of the world. It will help all scientists, students, professors, farmers, foresters, decision-makers, and politicians who wish to build a safe land use system for food, energy and better environment for future generations. This textbook will enormously benefit the students for their preparation of competitive exams like UPSC-Civil Services, UPSC-Indian Forest Service, ICAR-ARS Scientist/NET Exam, ICFRE Forestry Scientist Exam, State Public Service Commission Exams and University Entrance Exam for admission to M.Sc. and Ph.D. programmes.

Carbon Sequestration Potential of Agroforestry Systems

Author : B. Mohan Kumar
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 9400716303
Total Pages : 317 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (7 download)

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Book Synopsis Carbon Sequestration Potential of Agroforestry Systems by : B. Mohan Kumar

Download or read book Carbon Sequestration Potential of Agroforestry Systems written by B. Mohan Kumar and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2011-08-05 with total page 317 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tree based production systems abound especially in the tropics. Despite the pervasiveness of such multipurpose “trees-outside-forest” resources, they have not attracted adequate attention in the development paradigms of many nation states. These multispecies production systems impact the ecosystem processes favourably. Yet, our understanding of the diversity attributes and carbon dynamics under agroforestry is not adequate. This book focuses on the role of multispecies production systems involving tree and crop species as a means for carbon sequestration and thereby reduce atmospheric carbon dioxide levels. Sixteen chapters organized into three broad sections titled: Measurement and Estimation, Agrobiodiversity and Tree Management, and Policy and Socioeconomic Aspects represent a cross section of the opportunities and challenges in current research and emerging issues in harnessing carbon sequestration potential of agroforestry systems.

Biodiversity, Biofuels, Agroforestry and Conservation Agriculture

Author : Eric Lichtfouse
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 9048195136
Total Pages : 393 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (481 download)

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Book Synopsis Biodiversity, Biofuels, Agroforestry and Conservation Agriculture by : Eric Lichtfouse

Download or read book Biodiversity, Biofuels, Agroforestry and Conservation Agriculture written by Eric Lichtfouse and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2010-09-24 with total page 393 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sustainable agriculture is a rapidly growing field aiming at producing food and energy in a sustainable way for our children. This discipline addresses current issues such as climate change, increasing food and fuel prices, starvation, obesity, water pollution, soil erosion, fertility loss, pest control and biodiversity depletion. Novel solutions are proposed based on integrated knowledge from agronomy, soil science, molecular biology, chemistry, toxicology, ecology, economy, philosophy and social sciences. As actual society issues are now intertwined, sustainable agriculture will bring solutions to build a safer world. This book series analyzes current agricultural issues, and proposes alternative solutions, consequently helping all scientists, decision-makers, professors, farmers and politicians wishing to build safe agriculture, energy and food systems for future generations.

National Forest Inventories of Latin America and the Caribbean

Author : Ramírez, C., Alberdi, I., Bahamondez, C., Freitas, J.
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
ISBN 13 : 9251363943
Total Pages : 440 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (513 download)

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Book Synopsis National Forest Inventories of Latin America and the Caribbean by : Ramírez, C., Alberdi, I., Bahamondez, C., Freitas, J.

Download or read book National Forest Inventories of Latin America and the Caribbean written by Ramírez, C., Alberdi, I., Bahamondez, C., Freitas, J. and published by Food & Agriculture Org.. This book was released on 2022-06-24 with total page 440 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: National forest inventories (NFIs) are one of the main sources of forest information. This book describes the importance and history of NFIs in Latin America and the Caribbean, a region that is particularly relevant due to the extension and biodiversity of its forests. Methodologies for data collection and measurement of the most relevant indicators in 21 countries are addressed. In addition, similarities and differences in IFN designs, challenges and opportunities, and prospects for the future are examined. This analysis demonstrates that the information generated by the countries is diverse and must be harmonized to meet the commitments and opportunities for sustainable forest management in the 21st century. This publication represents a milestone in the beginning of the harmonization process towards data transparency within the forestry sector in Latin America and the Caribbean and constitutes the first collaborative effort of a network of NFI experts and collaborators in the region.

Handbook of Spices in India: 75 Years of Research and Development

Author : P. N. Ravindran
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 9811937281
Total Pages : 4379 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (119 download)

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Download or read book Handbook of Spices in India: 75 Years of Research and Development written by P. N. Ravindran and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on with total page 4379 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Agroforestry Landscapes for Pacific Islands

Author : Craig R. Elevitch
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781939618047
Total Pages : 332 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (18 download)

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Download or read book Agroforestry Landscapes for Pacific Islands written by Craig R. Elevitch and published by . This book was released on 2015-06-04 with total page 332 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This title focuses on low-input and sustainable techniques for growing food in the Pacific. It covers a range of time-tested traditional agroforestry systems, modern agroforestry, enhancing soil function using local resources, pest and disease control, integrating livestock, and getting started with planning and implementation.

The Literature of Forestry and Agroforestry

Author : Peter McDonald
Publisher : Cornell University Press
ISBN 13 : 9780801431814
Total Pages : 462 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (318 download)

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Download or read book The Literature of Forestry and Agroforestry written by Peter McDonald and published by Cornell University Press. This book was released on 1996 with total page 462 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses the evolution of forestry and agroforestry and presents the core literature in these fields, covering both traditional and emerging areas. Topics include changes in forest science in the 20th century, the development of agroforestry literature, the role of professional societies and the US

Inside Agroforestry

Author :
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 8 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (319 download)

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Download or read book Inside Agroforestry written by and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 8 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Developing Areas

Author : Vijayan Pillai
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
ISBN 13 : 104027837X
Total Pages : 751 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (42 download)

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Download or read book Developing Areas written by Vijayan Pillai and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2024-11-01 with total page 751 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With subjects ranging from the global challenge of the AIDS epidemic to the role of family planning in developing nations, and the link between Central America's forests and North America's hamburgers, this interdisciplinary introduction by some of the world's foremost experts in development studies will be an essential text for courses in this area. It provides an exhaustive overview of the social, political, economic and population problems of countries in what is usually referred to as the Third World and, more recently, the Fourth World. Although colonialism is considered as a contributing factor to underdevelopment, emphasis in this volume is placed on the interrelation of major social institutions, their impact on economic and social development, and the effect of rapidly expanding industrialization on the ecosystem.

Designing Regenerative Food Systems

Author : Marina O'Connell
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781912480548
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (85 download)

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Download or read book Designing Regenerative Food Systems written by Marina O'Connell and published by . This book was released on 2022-02-21 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A toolkit of 6 regenerative food growing systems which have been tried and tested. These can help farmers and growers transform industrial food production systems into resilient, biodiverse, carbon negative, productive farms and bring about an agroecological revolution. Farms and garden design for growing healthy food from living soil in low input ......

The Temperate Agroforester

Author :
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 100 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (319 download)

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Download or read book The Temperate Agroforester written by and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: