Types of Agroforestry Systems
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What distinguishes intermediate agroforestry systems from commercial and subsistence systems?

  • They combine production of perennial cash crops with subsistence food crops. (correct)
  • They are managed primarily by the owner and his family.
  • They focus on satisfying basic needs.
  • They involve production of perennial cash crops only.
  • Which type of agroforestry system would be most suitable for a location with a humid climate?

  • Homegardens (correct)
  • Silvopastoral systems
  • Improved fallow in shifting cultivation
  • Trees on rangelands
  • What characterizes subsistence agroforestry systems?

  • They are found in arid lands.
  • They are commercially managed.
  • They focus on satisfying basic needs. (correct)
  • They involve production of only food crops.
  • In what ecological classification are agroforestry systems involving wind breaks and shelterbelts typically found?

    <p>Semiarid/arid lands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the use of trees in agroforestry?

    <p>To serve multiple purposes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which agroforestry system would typically involve the cultivation of coffee and tea plants?

    <p>Plantation crops in tropical highlands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Agroforestry Systems

    • Intermediate agroforestry systems are distinguished from commercial and subsistence systems by their production orientation, which focuses on both market and subsistence production.

    Suitable Agroforestry Systems

    • Humid climate locations are most suitable for commercial agroforestry systems.

    Subsistence Agroforestry Systems

    • Subsistence agroforestry systems are characterized by their primary focus on meeting local food and livelihood needs.

    Ecological Classification

    • Agroforestry systems involving wind breaks and shelterbelts are typically found in the ecological classification of temperate and subtropical zones.

    Purpose of Trees in Agroforestry

    • The primary purpose of using trees in agroforestry is to provide ecological services and improve the overall productivity of the agricultural system.

    Agroforestry System with Coffee and Tea

    • The commercial agroforestry system typically involves the cultivation of coffee and tea plants.

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    This quiz covers different types of agroforestry systems including commercial production of plantation crops with permanent underplanting, commercial production of shade-tolerating plantation crops, and intermediate agroforestry systems. Test your knowledge on these agricultural practices!

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