Agr, Lndscp & Envir: Agroforestry: Agroeco Approach

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Agroforestry is a field of knowledge that has been practiced for millennia by Indigenous farmers. At its most basic it represents the integrated management of trees, with agricultural crops, to obtain a diversity of social, economic and ecological benefits. In the 1970s, it emerged as an academic field of knowledge, drawing interest from scientists and practitioners across the globe. Most recently, interest has grown in agroforestry as an alternative land use option to confront climate change. This course presents a conceptual and practical overview of the field of agroforestry. Examples are drawn from both temperate and tropical regions. We will also engage with farmers and researchers managing agroforestry systems across New England.

Students will be expected to attend every class at UVM and to participate in the field portion of the course (1 day per week)