Case Details
Climate-smart agriculture? A review of current practice of agroforestry and conservation agriculture in Malawi and Zambia
Author(s) Kaczan, D., Arslan, A. & Lipper, L.
Year of publication 2013
This FAO publication synthesizes information on the use, yield and socioeconomic impacts of agroforestry practice in Malawi and Zambia. It suggests that agroforestry is a promising approach to “climate-smart agriculture” for smallholder farmers, increasing yields and mitigating climate change. Key constraints and needs for further research are discussed.
Type of Case
Printed publication (book sourcebook journal article…)
Printed publication (book sourcebook journal article…)
Publisher
FAO
FAO
Region
Africa
Africa
Biome
Tropical
Tropical
Forest Type
All forest types (natural and planted)
All forest types (natural and planted)
Primary Designated Function
Multiple use
Multiple use