Question

In agroforestry, taungya consist of

• A. Growing crops in between rows of trees
• B. Growing crops after removal of trees
• C. Growing crops on regarded soils
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is A Growing crops in between rows of trees

Agroforestry is plantation of multipurpose trees or shrubs or horticulture plants and grasses along with crops for stabilising soil, meeting the needs of fodder, fruit and timber of the community. It is or three types- agri-silviculture, agri-pastoral and agri-silvi- pastoral.

In Taungya system, agricultural crops are grown in between rows of planted trees, like Sal and Teak.