Make your own notes on seed and seedling production, planting and all field management practices of the following agroforestry species: 1. Tephrosia vogelii 2. Cajanus cajan 3. Tit... Make your own notes on seed and seedling production, planting and all field management practices of the following agroforestry species: 1. Tephrosia vogelii 2. Cajanus cajan 3. Tithonia diversifolia 4. Faidherbia albida
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The question is asking for detailed notes on the seed and seedling production, planting methods, and field management practices for specified agroforestry species. It involves gathering and summarizing agricultural practices specific to Tephrosia vogelii, Cajanus cajan, Tithonia diversifolia, and Faidherbia albida.
Answer
Notes cover seed production, planting, and management for Tephrosia, Cajanus, Tithonia, and Faidherbia.
Notes are:
1. Tephrosia vogelii
- Seed Production: Direct sowing in the field; seeds can be collected from mature pods.
- Planting: Space plants 90 cm apart.
- Field Management: Effective for soil improvement and pest control.
2. Cajanus cajan
- Seed Production: Harvest mature pods; seeds can be sun-dried.
- Planting: Space rows 75 cm apart.
- Field Management: Requires weeding; enriches soil nitrogen content.
3. Tithonia diversifolia
- Seed Production: Seeds collected from dry flower heads.
- Planting: Can be used as an alley crop.
- Field Management: Used as green manure; enhances soil fertility.
4. Faidherbia albida
- Seed Production: Mature seeds can be harvested from pods.
- Planting: Seedlings or direct seeding.
- Field Management: Promotes soil fertility and provides shade.
Answer for screen readers
Notes are:
1. Tephrosia vogelii
- Seed Production: Direct sowing in the field; seeds can be collected from mature pods.
- Planting: Space plants 90 cm apart.
- Field Management: Effective for soil improvement and pest control.
2. Cajanus cajan
- Seed Production: Harvest mature pods; seeds can be sun-dried.
- Planting: Space rows 75 cm apart.
- Field Management: Requires weeding; enriches soil nitrogen content.
3. Tithonia diversifolia
- Seed Production: Seeds collected from dry flower heads.
- Planting: Can be used as an alley crop.
- Field Management: Used as green manure; enhances soil fertility.
4. Faidherbia albida
- Seed Production: Mature seeds can be harvested from pods.
- Planting: Seedlings or direct seeding.
- Field Management: Promotes soil fertility and provides shade.
More Information
Agroforestry combines agriculture and forestry practices, optimizing the benefits of both trees and crops. These species offer advantages like soil fertility improvement and pest control.
Tips
A common mistake is neglecting specific spacing and soil requirements unique to each species, which can affect growth and yield.
Sources
- Field Manual for Tree Selection and Management - researchgate.net
- PDF: Tephrosia vogelii - doc-developpement-durable.org
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