Tree based production systems abound especially in the tropics. Despite the pervasiveness of such multipurpose trees-outside-forest resources, they have not attracted adequate attention in the development paradigms of many nation states. These multispecies production systems impact the ecosystem processes favourably. Yet, our understanding of the diversity attributes and carbon dynamics under agroforestry is not adequate. This book focuses on the role of multispecies production systems involving tree and crop species as a means for carbon sequestration and thereby reduce atmospheric carbon dioxide levels. Sixteen chapters organized into three broad sections titled: Measurement and Estimation, Agrobiodiversity and Tree Management, and Policy and Socioeconomic Aspects represent a cross section of the opportunities and challenges in current research and emerging issues in harnessing carbon sequestration potential of agroforestry systems.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Springer
ISBN-13
9789400716292
eBay Product ID (ePID)
106487449
Product Key Features
Subject Area
Natural Science
Author
P. K. Ramachandran Nair, B. Mohan Kumar
Publication Name
Carbon Sequestration Potential of Agroforestry Systems: Opportunities and Challenges
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Subject
Geography & Geosciences, Botany, Biology
Publication Year
2011
Type
Textbook
Number of Pages
310 Pages
Dimensions
Item Height
235mm
Item Width
155mm
Volume
8
Item Weight
658g
Additional Product Features
Series Title
Advances in Agroforestry
Country/Region of Manufacture
Netherlands
Editor
B. Mohan Kumar, P. K. Ramachandran Nair
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