Content s
Foreword ix
Preface x
Acknowledgements xi
Ancient Technique for Modern Times 1
1 Principles and Benefits of Silvohorticulture 5
2 Site and Soil: Assessments and Implications 18
3 How Trees Interact with Crops and Each Other 30
4 Identifying Objectives and Limiting Factors 47
5 Trees and Nature 61
6 Getting Value from Your Trees 76
7 Designing the Layout 96
8 Tree Planting and Establishment 131
9 Early-Years Management 152
Why Integrate Trees and Crops? 163
Appendix. Tree Directory 166
Resources 188
Notes 190
Index 197