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Sustainable development through a complex agroforestry system in Indonesia

This FAO document provides an example of sustainable agroforestry development in Indonesia. It demonstrates that damar agroforests can increase farm income, create jobs, increase food production, reduce poverty and greenhouse gas emissions and improve soil condition. In conclusion, damar agroforests have great potential to improve the environment and livelihoods of local communities.
Type of Case
Printed publication (book, sourcebook, journal article…)
Publisher
FAO
Region
Asia Pacific
Biome
Tropical
Forest Type
All forest types (natural and planted)
Primary Designated Function
Multiple use