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Agroforestry in the Sahel

In this chapter on agroforestry in the Sahel region, you will find:

  • An overview of the general approach to agroforestry in the Sahel,
  • The benefits of agroforestry for improving yields and climate resilience,
  • How agroforestry enhances food security and income,
  • The advantages of integrating trees for crop health,
  • The advantages of integrating shrubs for crop health,
  • How agroforestry systems can enhance livestock health.
  • Agroforestry practices to improve soil fertility,
  • Guidance on designing agroforestry systems, and
  • The chapter concludes with a summary and recommendations for further resources.

Acknowledgments:
We extend our sincere gratitude to all the farmers and scientists involved in the Sustain Sahel project. Their contributions have been instrumental in shaping the insights presented in this chapter, and their studies are cited in the reference list.


Responsible author: Lilian Beck

Reviewed by: Fernando Sousa, Gilles Weidmann

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