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CROP PRODUCTS in Agroforestry

Agroforestry is a land-use system that integrates trees and shrubs with crops and/or livestock on the same plot of land. Crop production within agroforestry systems offers a dynamic and sustainable approach to agriculture, blending ecological benefits with economic productivity.

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CROP PRODUCTS in Agroforestry

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  1. AGROFORESTRY CROPS-PRODUCTS

  2. INTRODUCTION DEFINITION 🌳 Agroforestry crop products are the diverse goods that come from agricultural systems where trees, crops, and sometimes livestock are intentionally integrated on the same land. This approach blends forestry and farming to create more sustainable, productive, and resilient landscapes.

  3. WHAT ARE AGROFORESTRY CROP PRODUCTS? These products fall into several categories: 🍎 Food Products 🪵 Wood and Timber 🧪 Medicinal and Non-food Products 🐄 Fodder and Livestock Feed 💰 Cash Crops and Market Goods

  4. Food is the basic requirement of life to survive. • 🍎 Food Products • These are edible items produced from trees and crops grown in agroforestry systems. • Fruits • Nuts • Staple Crops • Tree leaves and pods

  5. What is Fruits? A fruit is botanically defined as theripened ovary of a flowering plant, enclosing its seeds, and serves to aid in seed dispersal. In a culinary context, "fruit" typically refers to the sweet, fleshy, edible parts of a plant that are commonly eaten raw as a dessert item. Fruits are vital for human and animal diets, providing essential vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants.

  6. Fruits examples:

  7. What is Nuts? A nut is a dry, hard-shelled, single-seeded fruit. The shell is a woody pericarp that does not open on its own once the nut is mature. Examples include chestnuts, hazelnuts, Cashews, almonds, macadamia and acorns.

  8. Nuts examples:

  9. What is Staple Crops? Staple crops are the dominant food sources that form the basis of a community's diet and agricultural economy. Staple crops are the primary agricultural products that are grown and consumed in a particular region, providing a significant portion of the diet and often serving as a key economic resource. These crops play an essential role in sustaining populations and driving trade, especially during periods of exchange such as the Columbian Exchange, where the movement of staple crops transformed diets, economies, and agricultural practices across continents.

  10. Staple Crops examples:

  11. Staple Crops to production examples: Ube, also known as Dioscorea alata, is a staple crop in the Philippines. Dioscorea alata is a species of yam also commonly referred to as purple yam, violet yam, or water yam.

  12. What are leaves and pods? • A leaf is part of a plant that's usually green and attached to the plant by a stem or stalk. In the fall, the leaves of many trees turn various bright colors before falling to the ground. In the spring, trees grow new leaves. • A pod is a case that holds a plant's seeds. When you buy fresh peas from the farmer's market, they come still in their pod.

  13. Tree Leaves and Pods examples:

  14. 🪵 Wood and Timber • 🌲 What Are Wood and Timber? • Wood refers to the fibrous structural tissue found in the stems and roots of trees and other woody plants. • Timber is wood that has been processed for use in construction, furniture, fuel, and other applications. It’s often used interchangeably with “lumber,” especially in North America.

  15. 🪵 Wood and Timber Forest Products It refer to the materials derived from trees that are used for a wide range of purposes—from construction and fuel to furniture and crafts. In agroforestry and forest-based systems, these products are harvested sustainably to support both livelihoods and environmental health.

  16. 🌲 Types of Wood and Timber Forest Products 1. Timber (Lumber) Definition: Processed wood used for building structures, furniture, and tools. Examples: Mahogany, teak, acacia, pine Uses: Housing, flooring, cabinetry, bridges

  17. 🌲 Types of Wood and Timber Forest Products 2. Fuelwood and Charcoal Definition: Wood burned directly or converted into charcoal for cooking and heating. Examples: Fast-growing species like Gliricidia, Leucaena Uses: Household energy, rural cooking fuel

  18. 🌲 Types of Wood and Timber Forest Products 3. Poles and Post Definition: Straight tree trunks or branches used for fencing, scaffolding, or crop supports. Examples: Bamboo, eucalyptus, casuarina Uses: Agricultural fencing, utility poles, trellises

  19. 🌲 Types of Wood and Timber Forest Products 4. Wood for Handicrafts and Carving Definition: Fine-grained wood used in artisanal products. Examples: Narra, Rosewood and others. Uses: Sculptures, musical instruments, decorative items

  20. 🌲 Types of Wood and Timber Forest Products 5. Industrial Wood Products Definition: Wood processed into pulp, paper, veneer, or engineered wood. Examples: Narra, Falcata and others. Uses: Packaging, paper production, plywood

  21. 🧪 Medicinal and Non-food Products What are Medicinal and Non-food products? In Agroforestry, refers to the wide range of valuable materials derived from trees and plants that are not consumed as food, but serve other essential purposes—especially in healthcare, cosmetics, crafts, and industry.

  22. 🌿 Medicinal Products These are plant-based substances used to treat, prevent, or manage health conditions. They include: • Leaves, bark, roots, and seeds with healing properties Examples: Neem (antibacterial), turmeric (anti-inflammatory), wild yam (used in steroids), eucalyptus (respiratory relief). • Essential oils and extracts used in traditional and modern medicine Examples: Peppermint oil, tea tree oil, citronella

  23. Neem (antibacterial) eucalyptus (respiratory relief) turmeric (anti-inflammatory)

  24. Essential oils and extracts

  25. 🐄 Fodder and Livestock Feed It refers to the plant-based materials used to nourish animals—especially in farming systems that integrate crops, trees, and livestock, like agroforestry.

  26. 🌿 Fodder • Fodder is any plant material grown or harvested specifically to feed domesticated animals. It includes: • Tree leaves and pods: From species like Leucaena, Gliricidia, and Calliandra, which are rich in protein and ideal for cattle, goats, and sheep • Grasses and legumes: Such as Napier grass, alfalfa, and clover • Crop residues: Like maize stalks, rice straw, and bean husks

  27. 🌿 Fodder • Fodder trees are especially valuable in agroforestry because they: • • Provide nutrient-rich feed during dry seasons • • Improve soil fertility through nitrogen fixation • Offer shade and shelter for animals

  28. 🌿 Livestock Feed • This is a broader term that includes fodder but also encompasses: • Processed feeds: Pellets, grains, and supplements • By-products: From food processing industries (e.g., molasses, oil cakes) • Mineral mixes and additives: To balance nutrition

  29. 💰 Cash Crops and Market Goods In agroforestry, products are cultivated primarily for sale and income generation, rather than for direct household consumption. These goods are key to turning agroforestry systems into profitable ventures while maintaining ecological balance.

  30. 🌾 Cash Crops These are high-value crops, grown specifically to be sold in local, national, or international markets. In agroforestry, they are often intercropped with trees or grown under the shade of trees. Examples: • Coffee and cacao – thrive under shade trees like banana or Gliricidia • Spices – black pepper, cardamom, and cinnamon • Fruits and nuts – mangoes, avocados, pili nuts, cashews • Rubber and oil palm – often integrated with livestock or cover crops

  31. 🌾 Market Goods • These include any agroforestry product that can be sold for profit, beyond traditional food crops. • Examples: • Honey • Timber and poles • Medicinal plants • Handicraft materials

  32. 🌾 Market Goods • Honey – from bees kept in tree-rich systems • Timber and poles – harvested sustainably from planted trees • Medicinal plants – like neem, moringa, and aloe vera • Handicraft materials – bamboo, rattan, and natural dyes

  33. 🌾 Handicrafts 🧶 Handicrafts are decorative or functional items made by hand, often using traditional techniques and simple tools. These creations reflect the skill, creativity, and cultural heritage of the artisans who make them. According to the Oxford Dictionary, handicrafts are “a particular skill of making decorative objects by hand” or “an object made using a handicraft.”

  34. 🧶 Examples of Handicrafts • Pottery – hand-shaped and painted clay vessels.

  35. 🧶 Examples of Handicrafts 2. Weaving and embroidery – textiles made with intricate patterns

  36. 🧶 Examples of Handicrafts 3. Wood carving – sculptures, furniture, and utensils using a wood.

  37. 🧶 Examples of Handicrafts 4. Jewelry making – beads, metals, and natural materials

  38. 🧶 Examples of Handicrafts 5. Leatherwork – bags, belts, and footwear

  39. 🧶 Examples of Handicrafts 6. Bamboo and rattan crafts – baskets, mats, and furniture

  40. THANK YOU AGRICULTURE IS VITAL FOR SURVIVAL AND SUSTAINABILITY EVERYONE HAS A ROLE IN SUPPORTING SUSTAINABLE FARMING BALANCING PRODUCTIVITY WITH ENVIRONMENTAL CARE IS CRUCIAL

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