A survey of existing agroforestry practices in dry zone districts of North Karnataka.
Virender Singh, Gurumurthy R., Devaranavadgi S. B.
Author Affiliation: Social Forestry Division, Gulburga, India.
Myforest 40 : 363-367
Abstract : A study on the existing agroforestry systems in dry zone districts of northern Karnataka, India was conducted during June-August 2003. The survey revealed that among the different agroforestry systems existing in this region, the trees on bund system was found to be predominant comprising mainly neem tree species. The neem tree is preferred by farmers because of its higher timber value. The farmers were of the opinion that these trees are effective in soil and water conservation, bring better rainfall besides yielding wood. The survey also revealed that in afforestation programmes in these areas, high value timber species like neem and fruit trees like mango and tamarind need to be encouraged.