Tag Archives: agroforestry

The Ways and Means of Expanding Agroforestry

Posted on March 27, 2013 by Matt Zonis

When looking at the mosaic of land uses, agroforestry systems are one of the most important means of harmonizing environmental protection and agricultural growth. Though most commonly known for its use in “forest farming”, other means of agroforestry such as … Continue reading →

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Forests and Food: Thoughts on Our Fear of Working Together

Posted on February 1, 2013 by Blog Editor

Last week the Yale chapter of the International Society of Tropical Foresters webcast its annual conference, this year focused on Food and Forests: Cultivating Resilient Landscapes. This series of presentations and panel discussions provided a captivating window into the world of forestry … Continue reading →

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Inclusive Green Growth and the Landscapes Approach

Posted on January 7, 2013 by Rachel Friedman

‘Green Growth’, considered one of the paradigms for a new, more sustainable pattern of development, seeks to achieve a triple win of environmental, economic, and social benefits. In contrast to past modes of economic development, green growth strategies intend to … Continue reading →

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Bringing the Community to Carbon

Posted on November 29, 2012 by Rachel Friedman

It’s all about the institutions. That message came through strongly yesterday at an event on engaging communities in sustainable landscapes held by Rainforest Alliance and The Center for Peoples and Forests (RECOFTC). Honing in on how to advance adaptation and … Continue reading →

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Living with the Trees of Life

Posted on November 7, 2012 by Rachel Friedman

Trees, a topic never too far from discussions on climate change mitigation, are also important features in agricultural landscapes. As we move from the food security and development events of the past couple of months, and into the period around … Continue reading →

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Landscape of the Week: The scattered fruit tree meadows of the Swabian Alb

Posted on October 1, 2012 by Rachel Friedman

Kathrin Trommler, Project Coordinator with the Ecosystem Services Research Group, Berlin-Brandenburg Academy of Sciences and Humanities, provides a look into one European agricultural landscape with deep historical roots. Representing a slightly different type of agrobiodiversity than the field crops usually discussed, this diversity of fruit … Continue reading →

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Agroforestry for U.S. Farmers

Posted on July 19, 2012 by Rachel Friedman

From the trees of the tropics, the Landscapes Blog has headed to higher latitudes of the United States. The U.S. Department of Agriculture National Agroforestry Center (USDA NAC) recently issued a practical guide on agroforestry for landowners, farmers, and ranchers. … Continue reading →

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Setting the Stage for Sustainable Cocoa Farming in Ghana

Posted on July 17, 2012 by Rachel Friedman

Continuing to look at certifications and more sustainable production of commodity crops in agricultural landscapes, the Landscapes Blog explores cocoa in West Africa today. Kassy Holmes, from the Climate Change Program of Rainforest Alliance, provides insight into an alternative production … Continue reading →

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A Voice from the Volcanica Central Talamanca Biological Corridor

Posted on April 6, 2012 by Rachel Friedman

Fabrice DeClerck, Senior Scientist Agrobiodiversity, Ecosystem Services and Resilience Bioversity International, Rome, Italy 5:00 A.M. Soon the sun will be up, and here in Costa Rica it’s like flipping on the light switch – one moment its dark, the next … Continue reading →

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Trees in a Multifunctional Landscape

Posted on March 29, 2012 by Rachel Friedman

“If the focus becomes functional landscapes then forests can also be seen within the context of such landscapes.” – Meine Van Noordwijk, Lead author  The World Agroforestry Centre’s blog recently highlighted a book published at the end of 2011 on trees … Continue reading →

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