num_pages: 356
description: Most of the current productive potential is centered on monocultural systems and with these comes some associated environmental problems. Given that the infrastructure and in-field knowledge base is fixed the obvious direction toward increased productivity is through chemical applications and genetic modifications. Although not a complete substitute agroecology offers alternatives. An example is insect control through natural means where some of the alternatives have been studied some have not Agroecology offers alternatives that are difficult to achieve with a traditional approach. A poloyculture in agriculture or forestry can provide increased per area outputs lower associated costs and/or reduce climatic and market risk. The added complexity and the advantages inherent in a biodiverse plot or landscape may be better approached using agroecological principles. This book offers a detailed in-depth and advanced look at concepts principles and practices that underlie agroecology. It provides an inclusive approach that encompasses agronomy forestry and agroforestry.
language: English
title: Agroecological Perspectives in Agronomy, Forestry, and Agroforestry
publisher: Science Pub Inc