Regenerative Agroforestry is an agricultural approach aims to shift beyond sustainability with the practice of integrating various types of trees and other plants to create a multifunctional, healthy, and productive ecosystem. This system aims to improve a wide range of agricultural production systems in a smart, efficient, and holistic way by restoring and enhancing the health of soil, water, and air, and by increasing biodiversity.
Description of several examples of agricultural combination patterns:
Benefits of Regenerative Agroforestry
Regenerative agroforestry increases climate resilience, productivity, and economic diversification while reducing chemical use and improving air quality. This approach creates a sustainable, resilient agricultural system benefiting both the environment and farmers. Main benefits of Regenerative Agroforestry approach are as follows:
Improve soil fertility:
The presence of trees and diverse plant species improves soil structure, fertility, and microbial activity, reducing erosion and increasing organic matter.
Improve air quality:
Trees and diverse plants can help filter pollutants from the air, contributing to better air quality.
Improve Water Cycle:
Trees and deep-rooted plants improve soil moisture retention, reduce runoff and flood risks, enhance water quality, and release water vapor through transpiration, supporting local humidity and rainfall patterns.
Improve productivity:
By creating a more balanced ecosystem, regenerative agroforestry can lead to higher and more stable yields over time, as the health of the system supports better plant growth and resilience.
