- Agroforestry and Silvopasture
- No-till Farming
- Cover Cropping and Crop Rotation
- Managed Grazing
- Polyculture Farming
Agroforestry and Silvopasture
Agroforestry involves integrating trees and shrubs into agricultural landscapes, providing multiple benefits such as improved soil health, increased biodiversity, and enhanced carbon sequestration. Silvopasture combines trees with forage and livestock production, offering shade for animals and additional income from timber and non-timber forest products.
No-till Farming
No-till farming minimizes soil disturbance by avoiding plowing, which helps retain soil structure and moisture, reduces erosion, and promotes the activity of soil organisms. This technique also contributes to carbon sequestration and mitigates greenhouse gas emissions.
Cover Cropping and Crop Rotation
Cover cropping involves planting specific crops to cover the soil during off-seasons, preventing erosion, suppressing weeds, and adding organic matter. Crop rotation diversifies plant species, improves soil fertility, and reduces pest and disease pressure.
Managed Grazing
Managed grazing involves strategically moving livestock through pastures to mimic natural grazing patterns, promoting soil health, plant growth, and nutrient cycling. This practice also helps sequester carbon in the soil and enhances biodiversity.
Polyculture Farming
Polyculture farming involves growing multiple crops in the same area, mimicking natural ecosystems and providing various ecological benefits such as pest control, nutrient cycling, and improved resilience to climate variability. This approach also enhances biodiversity and reduces the need for external inputs.